335 — Orange Red
Reds family#E02D2B
Looking up Anchor 335? It's Orange Red, a medium red shade (#E02D2B / RGB 224, 45, 43). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Anchor 335
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 335
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 335
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 335
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Saturated shades like Anchor 335 (Orange Red) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because Anchor 1098 (Red) is so near (ΔE 1.69), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 335
Anchor threads that pair well with 335, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor335 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 335
Anchor 335 is the floss known as Orange Red: a vivid, medium member of the reds family with true red tones. The shade reads as rich and lively — a go-to choice for apple motifs and ladybug designs. It also turns up in patterns built around barn scenes and tomato patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anchor 335 look like?
Anchor 335 (Orange Red) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #E02D2B and RGB 224, 45, 43. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring bold accents and berries.
Which DMC thread matches Anchor 335?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 335 (Orange Red) is DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 350 (Coral medium, 86%) and DMC 3801 (Christmas Red light, 79%).
What Anchor colors are similar to 335?
The closest Anchor threads to 335 are 1098 Red (ΔE 1.69), 334 Orange Red Very Dark (ΔE 1.91), and 333 Orange Very Dark (ΔE 3.57). These are useful substitutes when 335 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Anchor 335?
Reach for Anchor 335 (Orange Red) when your project calls for bold accents, berries, valentines, poppies. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 335.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 335 (Orange Red)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 335 has a contrast ratio of about 4.6:1 on white fabric and 4.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.