Beginner guide · Palette planning
How to Choose
Tufting Yarn
Colours
A good beginner palette needs clear roles, not more colours.
01 / Give every colour a job
Three roles.
One clear idea.
MAIN60–70%sets the mood
CONTRAST20–30%keeps shapes clear
ACCENTsmall dosedraws the eye
02 / Contrast before the perfect shade
Pretty colours can still disappear into each other.
GREYSCALE TEST
If the important shapes still separate, the contrast is doing its job.
03 / Trust the physical swatch
Screens shift.
Light changes.
Yarn is the final reference.
SCREEN≠REAL YARN
04 / Build outward from one colour
Start with the colour that takes up the most space.
01MAIN
→02+ CONTRAST
→03+ ACCENT
PALETTE INSPIRATION
Six moods.
One simple principle.
Let the colours work as a group, not as separate choices.
05 / Before you commit
One fast check before you order.
- One colour clearly leads
- Important shapes still separate in greyscale
- Every extra colour earns its place
- The colours work together, not individually
- You checked the real yarn when matching matters
FAQ / The short version
How many colours should a beginner use?
Two or three main colours are often enough for a clear, expressive first piece.
Do yarn colours look exactly the same online?
No. Screens and lighting shift colour; use a physical swatch when accuracy matters.
Should I choose the full palette before I start?
Yes. Seeing the shades together makes the process calmer and more intentional.
Ready to choose?