Color Story
CHOOSING YOUR PALETTE
With over 100 species of butterflies represented in this latest Signature Series release,
choosing thread colors can become a daunting task. Wilson drew inspiration for
his color palette based on research and imagery of the real-life counterparts to each
of his embroidered renditions. Using images from online or even from first-hand
observation or research, you can create colorways that will reflect the butterfly's
true colors. Use images printed off or pulled up nearby to help select your thread
colorway, being sure to include variations of some shades for further dimension
and depth.
Since a wide variety of thread brands are often used in Wilson's original works,
such as Robison-Anton, Madeira, and Floriani, the steps for each butterfly will
indicate a generic color name rather than a brand's thread number, allowing you
the creative freedom to embroider these butterflies in any variety of shades. For
example, Monarchs will burst to life with vivid, orange hues, while Blue Morphos
utilize a metallic look throughout their iridescent wings. Read through the design's
steps before beginning each butterfly, and plan your thread placements accordingly.
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