Blue Corn
Blues family
Classic Colorworks Blue Corn has hex #142024 and RGB 20, 32, 36. This very dark, muted blue thread sits alongside its closest Cosmo, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Classic Colorworks shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Blue Corn
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Blue Corn
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks Blue Corn
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Classic Colorworks Blue Corn is dark enough to define edges: stitchers reach for shades like it when a design needs crisp backstitch outlines or readable text.
Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Blue Corn are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Blue Corn
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Blue Corn, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Classic Colorworks Blue Corn in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Classic Colorworks Blue Corn
Classic Colorworks Blue Corn sits in the blues family as a very dark, muted shade with sky blue tones. It has a somber and commanding feel that suits sapphire accents and porcelain patterns particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with hydrangea blooms or skies for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Classic Colorworks Blue Corn — what color is it?
Classic Colorworks Blue Corn is a very dark blue thread (hex #142024, RGB 20, 32, 36). It shows up most in nautical themes and winter scenes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Blue Corn?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Blue Corn is DMC 3799 (Pewter Grey very dark) with a 60% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 310 (Black, 60%) and DMC 924 (Grey Green very dark, 45%).
Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Blue Corn?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Blue Corn are Erin Go Emerald (ΔE 4.79), Grasshopper (ΔE 5.29), and Blacksmith Blue (ΔE 7.57). These are useful substitutes when Blue Corn is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Classic Colorworks Blue Corn good for?
Classic Colorworks Blue Corn is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring nautical themes, winter scenes, forget-me-nots, bluebird motifs. Its very dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with Blue Corn.
Is Classic Colorworks Blue Corn good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like Blue Corn are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.