336 — Mahogany Ultra Very Light
Oranges family#F1AD8D
Anchor 336 — Mahogany Ultra Very Light — has hex #F1AD8D and RGB 241, 173, 141. This light, vivid orange thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Anchor shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Anchor 336
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 336
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 336
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 336
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
With its high saturation, Anchor 336 (Mahogany Ultra Very Light) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 336
Anchor threads that pair well with 336, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor336 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 336
Known as Mahogany Ultra Very Light, Anchor 336 is a light, vivid shade sitting in the oranges family with deep amber tones. It has a gentle and clear feel that suits fall harvest scenes and monarch butterflies particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with persimmon patterns or autumn leaves for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 336 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 336 is Mahogany Ultra Very Light — a light orange thread (hex #F1AD8D, RGB 241, 173, 141). It shows up most in pumpkins and marigolds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 336?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 336 (Mahogany Ultra Very Light) is DMC 754 (Peach light) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 945 (Tawny medium, 87%) and DMC 950 (Desert Sand light, 80%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 336?
The closest Anchor threads to 336 are 868 Peach Flesh (ΔE 3.68), 882 Antique Mahogany Light (ΔE 4.3), and 9575 Terracotta Light (ΔE 4.71). These are useful substitutes when 336 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 336 good for?
Anchor 336 (Mahogany Ultra Very Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring pumpkins, marigolds, fall wreaths, citrus motifs. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 336.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 336 (Mahogany Ultra Very Light)?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 336 has a contrast ratio of about 1.9:1 on white fabric and 11.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.