351 — Copper Dark
Reds family#842C1D
Need details on Anchor 351? This medium-dark, vivid red shade (Copper Dark) is hex #842C1D, RGB 132, 44, 29. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Anchor shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Anchor 351
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 351
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 351
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 351
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Its nearest neighbor, Anchor 357 (Chocolate Dark), is barely a step away (ΔE 3.08). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 351
Anchor threads that pair well with 351, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor351 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 351
A medium-dark, vivid entry in the reds family, Anchor 351 carries the name Copper Dark with red-orange tones. Stitchers describe its character as strong and rich, perfect for barn scenes and tomato patterns. It blends comfortably into projects centered on roses and hearts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Anchor 351?
Anchor 351 is called Copper Dark. It's a medium-dark red shade (hex #842C1D, RGB 132, 44, 29) in the reds family, commonly used for valentines, poppies, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Anchor 351?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 351 (Copper Dark) is DMC 918 (Red Copper dark) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 919 (Red Copper, 85%) and DMC 400 (Mahogany dark, 80%).
What's a good substitute for Anchor 351?
The closest Anchor threads to 351 are 357 Chocolate Dark (ΔE 3.08), 371 Coffee Medium Dark (ΔE 3.92), and 936 Dusty Flesh Very Dark (ΔE 4.57). These are useful substitutes when 351 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Anchor 351?
Cross-stitchers pull Anchor 351 (Copper Dark) for charts featuring valentines, poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs. The medium-dark tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 351 (Copper 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, 351 has a contrast ratio of about 8.9:1 on white fabric and 2.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.