Anchor Stranded Cotton

1098 — Red

Reds family#E13033

Looking up Anchor 1098? It's Red, a medium red shade (#E13033 / RGB 225, 48, 51). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Madeira equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#E13033
RGB
225, 48, 51
HSL
359°, 75%, 54%
Lab
49.9, 66.2, 42.3
Lightness
54%
Medium
Saturation
75%
Rich
Hue
359°
Family
Reds

About Anchor 1098

Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné

Fiber
100% cotton
Sold as
8 m

Brand Equivalents for Anchor 1098

The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.

Anchor 1098Red

Similar Anchor Colors to 1098

Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Anchor 1098

On white fabric
4.5:1
On dark fabric
4.7:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
red

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.

Bold accents & focal points

Anchor 1098 (Red) 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.

Blending & gradients

Its nearest neighbor, Anchor 335 (Orange Red), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.69). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.

Color Harmonies for Anchor 1098

Anchor threads that pair well with 1098, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Reds Family

Anchor1098 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About Anchor 1098

Red (catalog code Anchor 1098) is a medium, vivid shade from the reds family with warm crimson tones. Expect a confident and warm 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 1098?

Anchor 1098 is called Red. It's a medium red shade (hex #E13033, RGB 225, 48, 51) in the reds family, commonly used for holiday designs, bold accents, and similar motifs.

What's the closest DMC match for Anchor 1098?

The closest DMC match for Anchor 1098 (Red) is DMC 350 (Coral medium) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3801 (Christmas Red light, 85%) and DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red, 84%).

What's a good substitute for Anchor 1098?

The closest Anchor threads to 1098 are 335 Orange Red (ΔE 1.69), 334 Orange Red Very Dark (ΔE 3.48), and 46 Christmas Red Light (ΔE 4.19). These are useful substitutes when 1098 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What projects use Anchor 1098?

Cross-stitchers pull Anchor 1098 (Red) for charts featuring holiday designs, bold accents, berries, valentines. The medium 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 1098 (Red)?

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 1098 has a contrast ratio of about 4.5:1 on white fabric and 4.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.