1049 — Copper Medium Dark
Oranges family#C15D36
Anchor 1049 — Copper Medium Dark — has hex #C15D36 and RGB 193, 93, 54. This medium, vivid orange thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Anchor shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Anchor 1049
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 1049
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 1049
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 1049
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Its warm mid-tone sits in the skin-tone range, so Anchor 1049 (Copper Medium Dark) turns up in portraits, figures, and faces — usually blended with a lighter and a darker neighbor for shading.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 1049
Anchor threads that pair well with 1049, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor1049 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 1049
Anchor 1049 (Copper Medium Dark) is a medium, vivid shade in the oranges family with deep amber tones. It has a rich and lively feel that suits persimmon patterns and autumn leaves particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with sunsets or warm accents for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anchor 1049 look like?
Anchor 1049 (Copper Medium Dark) is a medium shade in the oranges family with hex #C15D36 and RGB 193, 93, 54. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Which DMC thread matches Anchor 1049?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 1049 (Copper Medium Dark) is DMC 3776 (Mahogany light) with a 94% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 921 (Copper, 76%) and DMC 922 (Copper light, 76%).
What Anchor colors are similar to 1049?
The closest Anchor threads to 1049 are 365 Golden Brown Medium (ΔE 5.47), 349 Chocolate Medium (ΔE 5.67), and 1048 Copper Medium (ΔE 5.93). These are useful substitutes when 1049 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Anchor 1049?
Reach for Anchor 1049 (Copper Medium Dark) when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 1049.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 1049 (Copper Medium Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 1049 has a contrast ratio of about 4.3:1 on white fabric and 4.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.