896 — Shell Pink
Reds family#9D3741
Anchor 896 (Shell Pink) is a medium, moderately saturated red shade with hex code #9D3741 and RGB values 157, 55, 65. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Anchor shades and color harmony pairings.
About Anchor 896
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 896
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 896
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 896
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Anchor 896 (Shell Pink) sits a hair from Anchor 69 (Dusty Plum Medium Dark) (ΔE 2.65) — 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 896
Anchor threads that pair well with 896, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor896 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 896
Meet Anchor 896, Shell Pink — a moderately saturated, medium thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. Its steady and rich presence shines in roses and hearts alike. Pull this thread for holiday designs or bold accents when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 896 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 896 is Shell Pink — a medium red thread (hex #9D3741, RGB 157, 55, 65). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 896?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 896 (Shell Pink) is DMC 3722 (Shell Pink medium) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3831 (Raspberry dark, 81%) and DMC 309 (Rose deep, 79%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 896?
The closest Anchor threads to 896 are 69 Dusty Plum Medium Dark (ΔE 2.65), 65 Cerise Ultra Very Dark (ΔE 3.96), and 59 Pink Mauve Ultra Very Dark (ΔE 4.2). These are useful substitutes when 896 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 896 good for?
Anchor 896 (Shell Pink) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 896.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 896 (Shell Pink)?
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, 896 has a contrast ratio of about 6.9:1 on white fabric and 3.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.