Color Relationships

In Color Theory Basics: Part I we introduced some basic color terminology and the color wheel. Now the fun part, color relationships. This article introduces some basic concepts in how to combine colors for knitters (and non-knitters too!).

The art and science of color is a complicated field, but here's an introduction to color theory.

This article introduces some basic terminology and concepts, including the color wheel; primary, secondary and tertiary colors; hue, value, saturation; tints and shade; warmth and coolness.

Although I love my muted greens and violets, I do sometimes miss the Fassett-frenzied color work of the 80s. This is a project I did that combined stranded and intarsia color techniques. By the time I finished the pieces, I was losing interest in the overall look of them. Luckily, my mom saved it from a terrible fate, finished it, and still wears it. My goal for this winter is to design a coat that combines intense color and pattern with areas of simple texture and tone.