1005 — Christmas Red Ultra Very Dark
Reds family#971C23
Looking up Anchor 1005? It's Christmas Red Ultra Very Dark, a medium-dark red shade (#971C23 / RGB 151, 28, 35). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Madeira equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Anchor 1005
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 1005
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 1005
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 1005
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Anchor 1005 (Christmas Red Ultra Very Dark) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Its nearest neighbor, Anchor 1015 (Mahogany Ultra Very Dark), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.27). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 1005
Anchor threads that pair well with 1005, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor1005 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 1005
Christmas Red Ultra Very Dark (catalog code Anchor 1005) is a medium-dark, vivid shade from the reds family with warm crimson tones. Expect a strong and rich look that suits cardinal birds, apple motifs, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching ladybug designs or barn scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Anchor 1005?
Anchor 1005 is called Christmas Red Ultra Very Dark. It's a medium-dark red shade (hex #971C23, RGB 151, 28, 35) in the reds family, commonly used for holiday designs, bold accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Anchor 1005?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 1005 (Christmas Red Ultra Very Dark) is DMC 22 (Alizarin) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 919 (Red Copper, 83%) and DMC 817 (Coral Red very dark, 82%).
What's a good substitute for Anchor 1005?
The closest Anchor threads to 1005 are 1015 Mahogany Ultra Very Dark (ΔE 1.27), 1006 Dusty Rose Very Dark (ΔE 2.9), and 20 Garnet Light (ΔE 3.43). These are useful substitutes when 1005 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Anchor 1005?
Cross-stitchers pull Anchor 1005 (Christmas Red Ultra Very Dark) for charts featuring holiday designs, bold accents, berries, valentines. The medium-dark tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 1005 (Christmas Red Ultra Very Dark)?
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, 1005 has a contrast ratio of about 8.4:1 on white fabric and 2.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.