Colour Fun – Feelings. warmth and bath ducks.
- ateljeepiccolo
- 5 days ago
- 4 min read
I love colors! Maybe it's because I spent over ten years living in countries where colors aren’t hidden – they’re celebrated every single day. On the streets, in clothes, on the walls of buildings – colors are everywhere, and people take joy in them. And when I moved back north, I wanted to keep that joy alive in my home.
That’s exactly what color does in tufting: it brings joy, warmth, and personality into a space. It’s like painting with yarn – you get to play, experiment, push boundaries, and set the mood.
I must admit that my taste in color has changed significantly over the years. In my late teens, my wardrobe was made almost entirely of beige – from beige wool sweaters to beige ski pants. The overall look was very... porridge-inspired, in retrospect.
Then came the 1990s, accompanied by street fashion and the influence of hip-hop culture. That’s when I completely flipped the script: blue became my go-to. And not just any blue, bold, electric blue that dominated everything from shoes to accessories. At the time, no amount of blue felt like too much.
Over the years, my wardrobe has seen many transformations. Each phase reflected a different mood or personal style. These days, it's a mix of everything – you could say it’s a well-curated palette with room for both classics and bold statements.
Yellow has been my favorite color for a long time. It’s bright, energetic, and cheerful – the kind of color that really grabs attention. That said, dressing head to toe in yellow might be a bit too much for passersby – especially in Finland, particularly in November. So I mix and match based on mood and occasion.
As for black, the timeless favorite of many Finns – it doesn’t make much of an appearance in my wardrobe or home. But I don’t exclude it entirely. As a neutral and balancing tone, black can be the perfect backdrop for letting brighter colors shine. Sometimes, it’s the dark background that makes everything pop.
Although my home’s decor mostly follows a calm and understated style, I allow colors to emerge in small but impactful details. It might be a bright yellow pillow on the sofa, a deep blue painting on the wall, or a warm orange candle on the table. In this way, colors bring life and energy to the space without compromising its harmonious and subdued atmosphere. Colors are like little notes of life that elevate the everyday environment to a whole new level.
Each of us has our own way of using color – whether it’s picking out new summer mugs or tossing a cozy blanket over the sofa. Colors brighten up our everyday life and are a personal way to make a home truly feel like ours.
The Basics of Color Theory for Tufting
If you want to dive deeper into the world of tufting and use color as a real tool, here’s a quick crash course in color theory:
🎨 Primary ColorsRed, blue, yellow – these are the foundation. You can’t create them by mixing other colors.
🧡 Secondary ColorsOrange, green, purple – these are made by combining two primary colors. For example: yellow + red = orange.
🌈 Tertiary ColorsThere are six tertiary colors: red-orange, yellow-orange, yellow-green, blue-green, blue-purple, and red-purple. These are made by mixing one primary and one secondary color together.
Then there are Tint, Tone, and Shade – three ways to adjust the character and mood of a color:
🎨 Tint: A color mixed with white.For example, red + white = pink. Tints are lighter and often feel soft, airy, or delicate.
🎨 Tone: A color mixed with both black and white (or gray).For example, red + gray. Tones are more muted and subtle, giving a more sophisticated or balanced look.
🎨 Shade: A color mixed with black.For example, red + black = burgundy. Shades are deeper, richer, and can add drama or depth.
👯 Color Schemes That Play Well Together
🎨 Analogous Palette: These are colors that sit next to each other on the color wheel – like blue, blue-green, and green. They create a calm, harmonious atmosphere and feel naturally balanced.
🌈 Complementary Colors: These are opposite colors on the color wheel, like blue and orange. They create strong contrast and energy, but should be used with care to avoid visual overload.
Let’s visualize this – as rubber ducks 🛁🐥
Imagine a small group of colorful bath ducks:
🎨 Analogous palette: Three ducks – one blue, one blue-green, and one green – floating together peacefully in perfect harmony.
🌈 Complementary pair: A bright blue duck and a zesty orange duck – going in different directions, but balancing each other with bold contrast.
🎯 Neutral tones: A soft gray duck and a sandy beige duck bobbing calmly in the background, letting the other colors shine.
🎨 Bring Color into Your Tufting – Try This:
Choose 3–6 main colors and stick with them – this keeps your piece looking cohesive and intentional.
Think about the mood you want to create – colors can tell stories and set the tone.
Use neutrals wisely – they help highlight your bolder choices and bring balance to the design.
Avoid these pitfalls:
Too many colors – the piece might end up looking chaotic. Save the boldest hues for accents.
Lack of color harmony – avoid random combos that clash or fight for attention.
Forgetting the background color – choose it early, it helps ground the whole composition and supports your main colors.
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