Originally Posted by BellaBoo
I go with what colors I like together. I only think about light and dark contrast. I use the red value tool, a big one. You may have one and not even know it. It is the front of an old red plastic file folder. Red or green cellophane will work. Staple a double layer piece between two cardboard windows. Some years ago the quilt book publishers would send out value finders free in their mailing ads.
I'm with you. If I'm not sure if I like a certain color combination I take a digital picture (sometimes I print it out) and then I look at it until I decide if I like it or not. It works for me; I've been told more than once I'm good w/picking out colors. I just know that as long as I like what I'm putting together then I'm happy.