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Bright pop colors have increased in popularity over the past few years. It’s always fun to incorporate neons into your yarn crafting, but how can you create a bright project that’s neutral enough for everyday use? The answer is simple: pair your neons with a neutral border! I like to use white for a clean, modern look. To illustrate this, I’ve made a few granny squares in the newest bright shades of Vanna’s Choice: Radiant Orange, Radiant Yellow, and Radiant Lime.
As you can see, the squares are super fun and vibrant, but maybe they’re a touch too fluorescent for an everyday afghan.
Here, I’ve added a border in the Buttermilk shade of Martha Stewart CraftsTM/MC Extra Soft Wool Blend. The creamy white breaks up the neon and softens the brightness. I can absolutely see myself making an entire afghan out of this color combination!
What do you think of the neon trend? Let us know in the comments!
Theresa
I’m not impressed w/neon.
Luann
I like it. Kids would like it. It sounds fun to do. Something new makes crocheting more interesting.
Cathy Kurtz
How fun! Â Can’t wait to see the new colors in person!
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