326 — Orange Spice Dark
Reds family#D03B1A
Below: Anchor 326 (Orange Spice Dark), a medium, vivid red shade with hex #D03B1A and RGB 208, 59, 26. Find its closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Anchor shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Anchor 326
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 326
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 326
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 326
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
With its high saturation, Anchor 326 (Orange Spice 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 326
Anchor threads that pair well with 326, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor326 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 326
Meet Anchor 326, Orange Spice Dark — a vivid, medium thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. The vibrant and steady character of this shade lends itself well to roses and hearts. Stitchers frequently choose it for holiday designs and bold accents in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 326 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 326 is Orange Spice Dark — a medium red thread (hex #D03B1A, RGB 208, 59, 26). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 326?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 326 (Orange Spice Dark) is DMC 720 (Orange Spice dark) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 900 (Burnt Orange dark, 80%) and DMC 921 (Copper, 77%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 326?
The closest Anchor threads to 326 are 1004 Orange Spice Very Dark (ΔE 4.27), 334 Orange Red Very Dark (ΔE 4.56), and 339 Mahogany (ΔE 5.17). These are useful substitutes when 326 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 326 good for?
Anchor 326 (Orange Spice 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 326.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 326 (Orange Spice Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 326 has a contrast ratio of about 4.9:1 on white fabric and 4.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.