Crochet produces beautiful pieces, and choosing the colours for your next project can be fun. With a wealth of yarns on the market, your options are limited only to your imagination.

Choosing colours

Colour theory relates to the guidelines surrounding colours and colour pairings. A colour wheel helps us to understand which colours go together and is the basis for a harmonious colour scheme. For this reason, a colour wheel can make a great addition to any crafter’s toolkit.

Opt for varying shades of the same colour or colours from the same group. If we take blue as an example, this covers every shade from cool grey-looking tones to rich royal blue. Shades of the same colour will always complement each other well.

There are warm, cool, pastel, and neutral options. Group shades together in three or five varieties for a coordinated and streamlined look.

Pastel colours or neutrals work best for crafting baby items, whether traditional soft pinks for girls, powdery blues for boys, or beige and cream for unisex items.

Seasons can also be a great source of inspiration for choosing your craft colours; for example, warm shades of brown, red, and orange are the colours of autumn, while vibrant and fresh shades of green are among the colours of spring.

Christmas colour schemes are traditionally deep and rich, with shades of red, green, and gold popular.

Crochet kits

For those who are interested in exploring the world of crochet, complete crochet kits are a great place to start. These are suitable for all skill levels and come with everything you need to start and finish a project, including the pattern, instructions, and yarn. They take the guesswork out of colour choices but can still get your creative juices flowing.

Blankets are an ideal starter piece to experiment with colour. Crochet blanket kits are a great starting point for beginners, and many examples can be found at stockists such as www.woolcouturecompany.com/collections/blanket-and-cushions-crochet-kits.

Get creative with your colours to upgrade your crochet projects from ordinary to extraordinary.