[lace] Brainstorming about color

2018-09-03 Thread Susan
There are color theory resources online & https://www.canva.com is one or check your local library. Get a general idea ahead of time, make up the lace, then audition your completed piece in a fabric or craft store. JoAnn’s, Michael’s & Hobby Lobby have reasonable selections. Even if you don’t

Re: [lace] brainstorming about color

2018-09-02 Thread N.A. Neff
I think a light-ish yellow or light-ish green, a somewhat lighter version of crocus leaves. Not too intense yellow or green, so the background doesn't overwhelm the lace, but not so light either that it blends with the paler part of the periwinkle. I think either yellow or green would make it

Re: [lace] brainstorming about color

2018-09-02 Thread Sue Babbs
The Sulky blendables are very nice threads for lacemaking. It produces quite soft, matte lace. Periwinkles would look nice on cream, for a subtle contrast or yellows/ oranges if you really want to make it stand out! Sue suebabbs...@gmail.com http://babbsandbaobabs.blogspot.com/