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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!
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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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