1004 — Orange Spice Very Dark
Reds family#C0442E
Anchor 1004 (Orange Spice Very Dark) is a medium, vivid red shade with hex code #C0442E and RGB values 192, 68, 46. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Anchor shades and color harmony pairings.
About Anchor 1004
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 1004
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 1004
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 1004
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Anchor 1004 (Orange Spice Very Dark) sits a hair from Anchor 339 (Mahogany) (ΔE 1.43) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 1004
Anchor threads that pair well with 1004, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor1004 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 1004
Meet Anchor 1004, Orange Spice Very Dark — a vivid, medium thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. Its vibrant and steady presence shines in poppies and cardinal birds alike. Pull this thread for apple motifs or ladybug designs when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 1004 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 1004 is Orange Spice Very Dark — a medium red thread (hex #C0442E, RGB 192, 68, 46). It shows up most in hearts and holiday designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 1004?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 1004 (Orange Spice Very Dark) is DMC 900 (Burnt Orange dark) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 921 (Copper, 86%) and DMC 720 (Orange Spice dark, 74%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 1004?
The closest Anchor threads to 1004 are 339 Mahogany (ΔE 1.43), 884 Antique Mahogany Dark (ΔE 2.48), and 5975 Terracotta Dark (ΔE 3.41). These are useful substitutes when 1004 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 1004 good for?
Anchor 1004 (Orange Spice Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring hearts, holiday designs, bold accents, berries. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 1004.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 1004 (Orange Spice Very Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 1004 has a contrast ratio of about 5.1:1 on white fabric and 4.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.