330 — Orange
Oranges family#F95D28
Looking up Anchor 330? It's Orange, a medium-light orange shade (#F95D28 / RGB 249, 93, 40). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Madeira equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Anchor 330
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 330
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 330
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 330
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 330 (Orange) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Anchor 330 (Orange) sits a hair from Anchor 332 (Orange Dark) (ΔE 2.18) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 330
Anchor threads that pair well with 330, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor330 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 330
Known as Orange, Anchor 330 is a medium-light, highly saturated shade sitting in the oranges family with deep amber tones. Expect a crisp and versatile look that suits seasonal designs, pumpkins, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching marigolds or fall wreaths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 330 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 330 is Orange — a medium-light orange thread (hex #F95D28, RGB 249, 93, 40). It shows up most in monarch butterflies and persimmon patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 330?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 330 (Orange) is DMC 721 (Orange Spice medium) with a 93% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 947 (Burnt Orange, 85%) and DMC 970 (Pumpkin light, 85%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 330?
The closest Anchor threads to 330 are 332 Orange Dark (ΔE 2.18), 925 Yellow Green Very Dark (ΔE 2.48), and 329 Peach Dark (ΔE 3.4). These are useful substitutes when 330 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 330 good for?
Anchor 330 (Orange) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring monarch butterflies, persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, sunsets. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 330.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 330 (Orange)?
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, 330 has a contrast ratio of about 3.2:1 on white fabric and 6.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.