Have you ever wondered what drew you to that beautiful necklace, or why that outfit in the store window looked so great? Do you ever question what color beads to use with the pendant you bought at the bead show? The answers revolve around colors and how well they “play” with each other. In the sections below you will find information on the basics of color interaction, color harmony, and how to use the colors on the wheel in imaginative and creative ways, color pairings you might never have dared to use before!
We hope that this introduction to colors and their uses will give you a starting point for your next project. You now have the information you need to understand the importance of the role of color in your designs. By applying your newly acquired knowledge of color concepts and color harmonies, you will be on your way to creating a well thought out, well designed piece of jewelry.
