1010 — Copper Very Light
Oranges family#F3D5B5
Below: Anchor 1010 (Copper Very Light), a light, vivid orange shade with hex #F3D5B5 and RGB 243, 213, 181. 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 1010
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 1010
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 1010
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 1010
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Saturated shades like Anchor 1010 (Copper Very Light) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because Anchor 1009 (Cream) is so near (ΔE 2.39), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 1010
Anchor threads that pair well with 1010, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor1010 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 1010
Anchor 1010 (Copper Very Light) is a light, vivid shade in the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. The soft and lively mood of this color makes it a natural fit for persimmon patterns and autumn leaves. Expect to see it used in sunsets and warm accents across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anchor 1010 look like?
Anchor 1010 (Copper Very Light) is a light shade in the oranges family with hex #F3D5B5 and RGB 243, 213, 181. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Which DMC thread matches Anchor 1010?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 1010 (Copper Very Light) is DMC 739 (Tan ultra very light) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 20 (Shrimp, 84%) and DMC 951 (Tawny light, 83%).
What Anchor colors are similar to 1010?
The closest Anchor threads to 1010 are 1009 Cream (ΔE 2.39), 366 Coffee Very Light (ΔE 2.85), and 276 Coffee Ultra Very Light (ΔE 3.41). These are useful substitutes when 1010 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Anchor 1010?
Reach for Anchor 1010 (Copper Very Light) when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 1010.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 1010 (Copper Very Light)?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 1010 has a contrast ratio of about 1.4:1 on white fabric and 15:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.