Black Paper

Every crafty girl or boy should have some black paper in his or her collection. Though a dark color on its own, black can really make craft projects stand out when used in conjunction with other colors. When combined with silver and purple, it creates a regal-looking item that really catches the eye. When combined with brighter colors like orange and yellow, black helps tame the brightness. Black paper is also a good base for craft projects that involve pasting and gluing. Collages made from dark-colored paper and assorted color beads, for example, really stand out. No crafty person should ever forget about black paper.