Emerald: a mosaic contest

Slow down a minute, my friend, and ponder with me in color.

I invite you, today, to indulge in Emerald.  This "lively, radiant, lush green, is the Color of the Year for 2013"  -Pantone

Emerald {a mosaic contest}

suitcases, bag, foliage, teacup, shoes, home interior

Emerald has always been a favorite color of mine.  It's so strong, unashamed, rich and inviting.  Amongst other greens, emerald leans towards the blue spectrum.  It seems a little rare in fabrics, but that's likely to change! Kona Fern is a lovely example.  In it's boldest form, emerald certainly turns heads.  I love the way it pops out against blacks, whites and grays, insisting it is only green, only the most common color on earth.  Only.

Emerald {a mosaic contest}

cabinet, bed, table setting, color swatches, dress

Emerald mixes well with all sorts of colors: yellow, blue, teal, pink, any shade of green and all the lovely neutrals, of course. With pink it reads vintage.  With peach, ethereal.  With aqua blue, dreamy and comfortable.  In a rainbow, it blends, cheerfully.  Emerald and navy is a classic combo with decidedly preppy indications.  I particularly enjoy emerald with bright chartreuse green.

value connections

my Emerald City quilt

Yes, I do love green.


this Mosaic Contest is now closed.