"Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things"
-The Sound of Music
Standing outside in the falling snow, with flakes falling on my lashes, naturally The Sound of Music drifted softly to my ears. Any song by Julie Andrews would certainly rank as one of my favorite things. However, I can't say that emerald green would have ever been among them. But after Pantone declared this shade the 2013 Color of the Year, I have to admit it's begun to grow on me. Perhaps I'll need a dress with green satin sashes to go with the snowflakes on my eyelashes...
If I were a glass half empty kind of girl, perhaps I'd tend to think that subliminial marketing at large was working. If something becomes ubiquitous, it's possible one develops an unconscious affinity for it. From apparel to home goods, this color is already popping up at every turn. I certainly didn't have to shop for long before finding my emerald top and nail polish.
Images courtesy of Pantone
But I tend to think that I'm a glass half full kind of girl. Perhaps it's the inherent qualities of the color green winning me over. Words like fresh and rejeuvenating certainly spring to mind.
From home decorating tips to mainstream pop culture, much has been said about the psychology and the science of color. If Freshome is any authority on interior design, a green room will instill a calming effect, promoting security and comfort.
And anyone who owned a mood ring during their adolesence might recognize that chart above. If green indicates a relaxed mood, I guess Kermit the Frog was right - "it's easy being green!"
Yes, I'm going to go the latter theory. On a wintry day in upstate New York this lush scene above certainly looks inviting. Perhaps I've just overlooked this particular shade of green.
So who's ready to kick off 2013 with a sewing project featuring the color fo the year?! Ali over at a2(w) is hosting a Quilt Challenge through March 8th. Don't worry, just quilt tops will suffice! As some of you may have already noticed, the quilting textile world has not quite caught up with fashion world so this particular shade of green is somewhat elusive. To help you out, I've put together some emerald fabrics. You'll find them currently featured on our Hawthorne Threads homepage.
We are happily sponsoring the challenge, and you'll want to head over here to see all of the great prizes!
If at first you weren't excited about this color trend, perhaps now you've now added it to your list of "favorite things." Happy Sewing!
Gorgeous!
Posted by: Jayne Peck | Feb 08, 2013 at 10:49 PM
It's growing on me, too! I was hoping for Navy, but it actually can look really good with Navy! Why did I never know you had a blog!
Posted by: DianeY | Feb 08, 2013 at 11:01 PM
loving this color, Lindsay what is the color of your nail polish? I just realized this is the color green that I have been searching for!! thanks
Posted by: Danell Rios-Schmehl | Feb 09, 2013 at 01:33 AM
Nope, still hasn't grown on me, I just don't like the hue of green Pantone chose.
Posted by: Tabatha | Feb 09, 2013 at 03:36 AM
Always have loved this color! Thanks for the various photos that capture its beauty.
Posted by: Kathy Gordon | Feb 09, 2013 at 07:17 AM
Thanks so much for reading along everyone! Diane, I'm not sure how you've missed it - I know you've been a terrific customer of ours for years! Danell, the nailpolish is by Sally Hansen, Mint Sprint color 440, purchased at CVS.
Happy Sewing!
Lindsay
Posted by: Hawthorne Threads | Feb 09, 2013 at 10:43 AM
I love the emerald fabrics you put together, are you going to sell them as a fg bundle? I would buy them!
Posted by: Nikki meim | Feb 09, 2013 at 11:18 AM
LIndsay, What can be better than a redhead in a beautiful green top? One with green nails to match, I'd say!! My daughter's hair is the same color as yours! What a great photograph...you should frame it!
Posted by: Carla | Feb 09, 2013 at 01:17 PM
It's going to have to grow on me. Beautiful picture of you, Lindsay.
Posted by: Cheryl Higa | Feb 12, 2013 at 02:19 AM
Believe it or not, Emerald Green has always been one of my favorite colors. So glad it was picked this year! I enjoy your blog.
Posted by: Cathy Burnett | Feb 12, 2013 at 07:10 AM
Excited for all those emerald-eyed redheads...this is THEIR year!
Posted by: Carol | Feb 12, 2013 at 10:23 AM
Maybe this means we can finally get rid of those awful olive and lime greens!! BTW, Kermit always sang that "it isn't easy being green"!
Posted by: Chris Victorsen | Feb 12, 2013 at 10:45 PM
Green looks great with redheads, I love the photo you took!
Posted by: Mara | Feb 13, 2013 at 12:55 PM