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0 The colours in your home are important. They not only show off your inner style but can also affect how you feel. Far too many of us play it safe, however, particularly when it comes to combining colours. The fear of getting things wrong can override the desire to create something beautiful, but there is no need to be afraid.
Choose your scheme
One of the easiest ways to create a colour scheme is to make use of one of the following:
Tonal scheme: Simply use the same colour but with different shades, ranging from light to dark.
Harmonious scheme: This involves using colours that would sit beside each other on a colour wheel, such as green and blue. Learn more about the colour wheel on the Encyclopaedia Britannica website at.
Contrasting scheme: This is the most vibrant idea and is based on a pair of colours. These sit opposite each other on the colour wheel. An example of this is purple and yellow.
Colourful ideas
If you want some more specific ideas about how to decorate your home, let’s take a look at a few:
Neapolitan colours: Mix clean fresh pastels such as cool blues and mint greens to create an uplifting look. Keep large items of furniture in a neutral biscuit or off-white tone to let the pastels take centre stage.
Warm and comforting: Combine earthy and neutral tones such as smart navy and warm ochre to make a stylish statement.
Accents: Accent pieces can transform a room. Consider using a refreshing green as a backdrop in a lounge, with grey furniture and a burnt orange accent to bring the scheme alive. You can choose to create your own accents using crochet blanket kits from the likes of www.woolcouturecompany.com/collections/blanket-and-cushions-crochet-kits, or instead, you might opt to buy contrasting cushions, art, or floral displays.
In the pink: Swirl berry shades and dusky pinks together to create a scheme that can work in any room. Damson and raspberry can create a sophisticated look. Or make a statement with blush pink combined with dark grey accents.
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