41 — Rose Dark
Reds family#E54065
Need details on Anchor 41? This medium-light, vivid red shade (Rose Dark) is hex #E54065, RGB 229, 64, 101. 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 41
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 41
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 41
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 41
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Anchor 41 (Rose Dark) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Its nearest neighbor, Anchor 57 (Pink Mauve Medium Dark), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.6). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 41
Anchor threads that pair well with 41, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor41 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 41
A medium-light, vivid entry in the reds family, Anchor 41 carries the name Rose Dark with warm crimson tones. Stitchers describe its character as fresh and confident, perfect for barn scenes and tomato patterns. It blends comfortably into projects centered on roses and hearts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Anchor 41?
Anchor 41 is called Rose Dark. It's a medium-light red shade (hex #E54065, RGB 229, 64, 101) in the reds family, commonly used for valentines, poppies, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Anchor 41?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 41 (Rose Dark) is DMC 335 (Rose) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 961 (Dusty Rose dark, 83%) and DMC 3833 (Raspberry light, 79%).
What's a good substitute for Anchor 41?
The closest Anchor threads to 41 are 57 Pink Mauve Medium Dark (ΔE 1.6), 54 Pink Very Dark (ΔE 2.74), and 38 Dusty Pink (ΔE 4.04). These are useful substitutes when 41 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Anchor 41?
Cross-stitchers pull Anchor 41 (Rose Dark) for charts featuring valentines, poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs. The medium-light 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 41 (Rose Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 41 has a contrast ratio of about 4:1 on white fabric and 5.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.