1003 — Salmon
Oranges family#E67640
Below: Anchor 1003 (Salmon), a medium-light, vivid orange shade with hex #E67640 and RGB 230, 118, 64. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Anchor shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Anchor 1003
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 1003
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Anchor Colors to 1003
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 1003
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like Anchor 1003 (Salmon) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because Anchor 324 (Orange Spice Medium) is so near (ΔE 3.04), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 1003
Anchor threads that pair well with 1003, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor1003 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 1003
Anchor 1003 (Salmon) is a medium-light, vivid shade in the oranges family with deep amber tones. The balanced and lively mood of this color makes it a natural fit for marigolds and fall wreaths. Expect to see it used in citrus motifs and fox designs across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anchor 1003 look like?
Anchor 1003 (Salmon) is a medium-light shade in the oranges family with hex #E67640 and RGB 230, 118, 64. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring autumn leaves and sunsets.
Which DMC thread matches Anchor 1003?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 1003 (Salmon) is DMC 402 (Mahogany very light) with a 75% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 722 (Orange Spice light, 74%) and DMC 970 (Pumpkin light, 74%).
What Anchor colors are similar to 1003?
The closest Anchor threads to 1003 are 324 Orange Spice Medium (ΔE 3.04), 925 Yellow Green Very Dark (ΔE 4.29), and 1001 Golden Brown (ΔE 4.29). These are useful substitutes when 1003 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Anchor 1003?
Reach for Anchor 1003 (Salmon) when your project calls for autumn leaves, sunsets, warm accents, seasonal designs. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 1003.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 1003 (Salmon)?
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first. For reference, 1003 has a contrast ratio of about 3:1 on white fabric and 7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.