846 — Khaki Green Dark
Yellows family
Anchor 846 (Khaki Green Dark) is a dark, muted yellow shade with hex code #2E2B1A and RGB values 46, 43, 26. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Anchor shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 846
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Anchor Colors to 846
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 846
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Anchor 846 (Khaki Green Dark) is dark enough to define edges: stitchers reach for shades like it when a design needs crisp backstitch outlines or readable text.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 846
Anchor threads that pair well with 846, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Yellows Family
Anchor 846 in context with nearby shades from the yellows color family.
About Anchor 846
Known as Khaki Green Dark, Anchor 846 is a dark, muted shade sitting in the yellows family with warm gold tones. This thread brings a dramatic and quiet presence to projects featuring golden accents or stars. Look for it in charts that feature honey themes or wheat fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 846 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 846 is Khaki Green Dark — a dark yellow thread (hex #2E2B1A, RGB 46, 43, 26). It shows up most in bumblebee patterns and canary themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 846?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 846 (Khaki Green Dark) is DMC 934 (Black Avocado Green) with a 70% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 935 (Avocado Green dark, 61%) and DMC 844 (Beaver Grey ultra dark, 61%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 846?
The closest Anchor threads to 846 are 681 Green Grey (ΔE 4.29), 273 Beaver Grey Very Dark (ΔE 6.47), and 1041 Beaver Grey Ultra Dark (ΔE 6.9). These are useful substitutes when 846 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 846 good for?
Anchor 846 (Khaki Green Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring bumblebee patterns, canary themes, sunflowers, highlights. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 846.
Is Anchor 846 (Khaki Green Dark) good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like 846 are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.