1012 — Flesh
Oranges family#F7D6C2
Looking up Anchor 1012? It's Flesh, a very light orange shade (#F7D6C2 / RGB 247, 214, 194). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Madeira equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Anchor 1012
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 1012
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 1012
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 1012
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Anchor 1012 (Flesh) 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 778 (Flesh Very Light), is barely a step away (ΔE 2.71). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 1012
Anchor threads that pair well with 1012, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor1012 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 1012
Flesh (catalog code Anchor 1012) is a very light, vivid shade from the oranges family with deep amber tones. Expect a fresh and luminous look that suits sunsets, warm accents, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching seasonal designs or pumpkins.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Anchor 1012?
Anchor 1012 is called Flesh. It's a very light orange shade (hex #F7D6C2, RGB 247, 214, 194) in the oranges family, commonly used for fox designs, fall harvest scenes, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Anchor 1012?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 1012 (Flesh) is DMC 948 (Peach very light) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 20 (Shrimp, 82%) and DMC 543 (Beige Brown ultra very light, 76%).
What's a good substitute for Anchor 1012?
The closest Anchor threads to 1012 are 778 Flesh Very Light (ΔE 2.71), 892 Shell Pink Very Light (ΔE 2.71), and 1011 Peach Flesh Very Light (ΔE 3.93). These are useful substitutes when 1012 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Anchor 1012?
Cross-stitchers pull Anchor 1012 (Flesh) for charts featuring fox designs, fall harvest scenes, monarch butterflies, persimmon patterns. The very light 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 1012 (Flesh)?
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, 1012 has a contrast ratio of about 1.4:1 on white fabric and 15.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.