Classic Colorworks Belle Soie

Blue Moon

Grays family

Looking up Classic Colorworks Blue Moon? It's a medium gray shade (#656D7B / RGB 101, 109, 123). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Classic Colorworks alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#656D7B
RGB
101, 109, 123
HSL
218°, 10%, 44%
Lab
45.8, 0.2, -8.8
Lightness
44%
Medium
Saturation
10%
Neutral
Hue
218°
Family
Grays

Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Blue Moon

Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works

Classic Colorworks Blue Moon

Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Blue Moon

Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Classic Colorworks Blue Moon

On white fabric
5.2:1
On dark fabric
4:1
Temperature
neutral
Closest to
gray

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.

Hand-dyed notes

Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Blue Moon 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 Moon

Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Blue Moon, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Blue Moon
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Grays Family

Classic Colorworks Blue Moon in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.

About Classic Colorworks Blue Moon

Meet Classic Colorworks Blue Moon — a subdued, medium hand-dyed thread in the grays family. The shade reads as restrained and earthy — a go-to choice for cobblestone paths and industrial designs. It also turns up in patterns built around wolf patterns and storm cloud accents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Classic Colorworks Blue Moon — what color is it?

Classic Colorworks Blue Moon is a medium gray thread (hex #656D7B, RGB 101, 109, 123). It shows up most in outlines and urban scenes.

What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Blue Moon?

The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Blue Moon is DMC 414 (Steel Grey dark) with a 96% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 931 (Antique Blue medium, 71%) and DMC 04 (Dark Tin, 57%).

Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Blue Moon?

The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Blue Moon are Cool Azul (ΔE 4.97), Summer Sky (ΔE 7.34), and Baking Tin (ΔE 7.65). These are useful substitutes when Blue Moon is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Classic Colorworks Blue Moon good for?

Classic Colorworks Blue Moon is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring outlines, urban scenes, neutral backgrounds, castle walls. 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 Blue Moon.

Does Classic Colorworks Blue Moon vary between dye lots?

Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like Blue Moon are never perfectly flat, and later dye lots can read differently. Reserve one lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.