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  • Earthy Colour Palette

    Although fall is not yet here, we are featuring a earthy fall palette this month, specifically focusing on Colour #35 which is an early Fall colour combination of greens, golden brown and browns. When I think about a fall seasonal palette, I gravitate towards the greens, browns and orange tones seen in the falling leaves….

  • Complementary Pastel Colours

    Complementary pastel colours open up creative possibilities in wool appliqué projects. You can create a visual design that delights the eye by pairing soft and harmonious hues. We discuss using complementary colours several times in different posts, but we rarely discuss how this would look for pastel colours! Complementary colours are hues opposite each other…

  • Pink Palette Combination

    Today, we’re delving into the artistry of a pink palette combination, drawing inspiration from the Tangled Rose pattern from Blue Dogwood Designs.  When it comes to needlework, the beauty lies in the details and although the original project boasts an impressive 8×8 size, we’ve chosen to spotlight two smaller yet equally captivating areas of this…

  • Playful Colour Palette

    Using colour can be a powerful tool to evoke emotion or personality in any artistic creation. In today’s needlepoint leaf, we’re using a very playful colour palette focusing on Colour #137. This is a playful and fun colour that gives a whimsical dimension to any pattern. When I think of Colour #137, I think of…

  • Popular Colour Combinations

    Last week, we had the pleasure of showcasing a delightful palette featuring one of the most popular colour combinations in my collection, Colour #120. With that in mind, our stitched needlepoint sample puts this colour on full display! Colour #120, with its captivating blend of brilliant green, blue, and regal purple, remains a crowd-pleaser for…

  • Mint Green Wool Applique

    Mint green is a fantastic colour choice for your wool appliqué projects. Its freshness, versatility, and ability to harmonize with other shades make it an ideal choice for virtually any project (not just wool applique!). Whether it’s adding depth and texture or exploring nature-inspired themes, the infusion of mint green will elevate any project. One…

  • Versatile Colour

    Have you ever had a colour in your stash that is so versatile, it can be used for virtually any project? That is how I feel about Colour #18. With its harmonious blend of greens, Colour #18 offers a captivating range of values that breathe life into your needlework projects. Many of you must agree…

  • Analogous Color Scheme

    Since spring has arrived to the west coast, I wanted to share a warm analogous color scheme. Analogous color schemes are a selection of colors neighbouring one another on the color wheel. Technically, this color scheme consists of three colors featuring one dominant color BUT can be expanded with four or five colors. An advantage…

  • Embroidered Circles

    Embroidered circles are the secret ingredient for adding a touch of fun and playfulness to your wool appliqué projects. With this technique, you can infuse your designs with colour and creativity. It may seem like a relatively basic pattern, but as you can see, it creates some movement and dimension to what could have been…