The Box of Swatches by David & Charles Ltd

Get your colour fix – anytime, anywhere – with The Box of Swatches.

For creative minds, few things spark inspiration like a perfect palette. The Box of Swatches is the ultimate tool for colour lovers – whether you're choosing yarn for your next blanket, planning a bold new outfit, designing interiors, or laying out your next digital project. With 72 beautifully curated colour swatch cards and a handy poster and infographic introducing colour theory, this is a box of endless possibilities.

Rooted in the heritage Chevreul Chromatic Circle, this deck brings a timeless touch to your creative practice while remaining totally fresh and modern. No names, no distractions – just pure, glorious colour to play with.

• 72 Colour Cards with Historical Charm: Inspired by the Chevreul Chromatic Circle, each card features rich, heritage-inspired tones along with HEX, RGB, and CMYK values.
• Flip for Inspiration: Every card includes helpful colour combinations on the reverse – showing Complementary and Tonal shades – to help you visualise dynamic palettes instantly.
• Creative Tool for All: Whether you're a graphic designer, knitter, stylist, sewist, interior designer, or just a colour enthusiast, this deck is the perfect gift or everyday tool.
• Portable and Practical: Take the cards on the go to match paint, yarn, or fabric in-store, or use them for brainstorming at your desk.
• Handy poster and infographic: Learn the basics of colour theory and discover the fascinating story behind Chevreul’s chromatic legacy.

From dopamine dressing to Pinterest-perfect colour planning, this is a must-have for anyone who finds joy in shades and swatches.

Open the box. Get inspired. Make something beautiful.