49 — Pink Light
Pinks family#EEB4BD
Looking up Anchor 49? It's Pink Light, a light pink shade (#EEB4BD / RGB 238, 180, 189). 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 49
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 49
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 49
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 49
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Anchor 49 (Pink Light) sits a hair from Anchor 24 (Baby Pink Light) (ΔE 1.79) — 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 49
Anchor threads that pair well with 49, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Anchor49 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Anchor 49
Meet Anchor 49, Pink Light — a vivid, light thread in the pinks family. The shade reads as gentle and clear — a go-to choice for baby projects and peony petals. It also turns up in patterns built around flamingo designs and tulip blooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 49 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 49 is Pink Light — a light pink thread (hex #EEB4BD, RGB 238, 180, 189). It shows up most in skin tones and romantic motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 49?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 49 (Pink Light) is DMC 963 (Dusty Rose ultra very light) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 151 (Dusty Rose very light, 79%) and DMC 3689 (Mauve light, 77%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 49?
The closest Anchor threads to 49 are 24 Baby Pink Light (ΔE 1.79), 73 Plum Ultra Very Light (ΔE 3.2), and 1094 Pink Medium Light (ΔE 3.73). These are useful substitutes when 49 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 49 good for?
Anchor 49 (Pink Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms. 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 49.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 49 (Pink 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, 49 has a contrast ratio of about 1.8:1 on white fabric and 11.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.