Hi Weavers!
I used to think choosing colour meant being naturally “good at it.”
Some people just have an eye for it… right?
But weaving taught me something different.
Colour isn’t talent, it’s observation.
I’ve woven combinations I was certain would fail and watched them come alive once structure was involved. I’ve also woven “safe” palettes that felt flat because the values were too similar or the piece lacked adventure.
The loom is your best teacher.
It shows you how colour behaves:
- How dark grounds make brights sing
- How repetition creates calm
- How contrast creates energy
Now, instead of asking “Will this work?” I ask, “What is this combination trying to say?”
Soft and quiet?
Bold and graphic?
Earthy and grounded?
There are no colour police in weaving and you are in charge.
So go for it, and explore some colour today!
Here is a list of helpful resources to get you started 😉
Colour and Weave Basics for Beginners...
How to Change Weft Colours (No Messy Edges!)...
How to Show Off a Multi Coloured Warp...
Choosing Harmonious Colour Palettes for Weaving...
Until next time...
Happy Weaving!
