How to choose colors when knitting with yarn scraps?
Using up yarn scraps is always a relevant topic for knitters. Regardless of the ideas you choose, a great result is guaranteed only with the right color combinations. How to choose yarn shades - check out these 4 main recommendations.
## Rule 1.
You shouldn't use more than 4 colors in one project, otherwise, it will look too gaudy. Examples of ideal shade combinations:
- Cool pastels: lilac, turquoise, denim blue.
- Neutral palette: olive, khaki, light green, avocado.
- Soft palette: warm milk, peach, ash pink, soft pink.
- Vibrant palette: pink, burgundy, plum, eggplant.
- Autumn pastels: brick, ochre, fallen leaves, mustard.
Of course, classic combinations like black and red or black and white always look like a win.
## Rule 2
When knitting striped items, items with patterns, or items made from individual elements, you need to choose ONE unifying or main color.
## Rule 3
In striped or patterned clothing made with different colors, combinations with dark at the bottom and light at the top look best. They help create a harmonious look with the right proportions.
Rule 4
Any pastel shades go well together; you just need to decide whether you want a warm or a cool palette. In addition, this option allows you to create items with a smooth, subtle transition from one shade to another.
And what rules do you use when working with yarn scraps?
I didn't mention one more option; it's suitable for cases when knitting with multiple strands of yarn and you want to get a smooth color transition. For example, if there are 5 strands in a ball, first remove 2 of one color and replace them with a similar shade, after a few cm of knitted fabric, change another strand, etc., until we get 5 strands of the new shade. This is also perfect for cases when you are a little short on yarn.