29 — Baby Pink Ultra Very Dark
Reds family
Anchor 29 (Baby Pink Ultra Very Dark) is a medium, vivid red shade with hex code #C31E37 and RGB values 195, 30, 55. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Anchor shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 29
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Anchor Colors to 29
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 29
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, Anchor 29 (Baby Pink Ultra Very Dark) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 29
Anchor threads that pair well with 29, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor 29 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 29
Meet Anchor 29, Baby Pink Ultra Very Dark — a vivid, medium thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. Its vibrant and steady presence shines in roses and hearts alike. Pull this thread for holiday designs or bold accents when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 29 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 29 is Baby Pink Ultra Very Dark — a medium red thread (hex #C31E37, RGB 195, 30, 55). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 29?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 29 (Baby Pink Ultra Very Dark) is DMC 349 (Coral dark) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 666 (Christmas Red bright, 77%) and DMC 3328 (Salmon dark, 74%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 29?
The closest Anchor threads to 29 are 1098 Red (ΔE 5.64), 19 Pink Bright Ultra Very (ΔE 5.85), and 1024 Dusty Rose Medium (ΔE 6.84). These are useful substitutes when 29 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 29 good for?
Anchor 29 (Baby Pink Ultra Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 29.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 29 (Baby Pink 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, 29 has a contrast ratio of about 5.9:1 on white fabric and 3.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.