It is time to swap out warm whites and pastels for rich hues like emerald, sapphire, ruby and amethyst. Saturated colours can add drama to our homes and wardrobes. Be bold with upholstery or a dress in a jewel tone. Or accent your outfit with a pop of colour in a hat, scarf, gloves, shoes or bag. Wear jewelry with precious stones or gems to complete your ensemble. The name “jewel tone”, after all, is derived from gemstones.
Shift into autumn with jewel tones mirrored in nature. Think ripe berries and plums, squashes and pumpkins, coneflowers and rose hips. Notice green foliage as it changes to vibrant reds, oranges and yellows.
I chose a yarn called “Rowan Moordale” to crochet three different berets adapted from a design by Joyce Nordstrom. The yarn is made from British Blue-faced Leicester wool and alpaca. After it’s spun, two plies are twisted together and dyed giving it a distinctly textured look. Available in neutrals and deep rich colours, I showcase three in this post: Blue Moor, the colour of a turquoise gemstone; Thai, a dark green reminiscent of the forest; and Dahlia Deep, like a purple violet. Enjoyable to work with and to wear, it’s strong, warm, soft and lustrous.
Hats by Tracy J 