English Ivy
Yellows family
Below: Classic Colorworks English Ivy, a dark, muted yellow shade with hex #272518 and RGB 39, 37, 24. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colours matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Classic Colorworks shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks English Ivy
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 English Ivy
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks English Ivy
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Because it is so deep, Classic Colorworks English Ivy holds its own as an outlining and lettering color where lighter threads would get lost against the fill.
Classic Colorworks is hand-dyed, so Classic Colorworks English Ivy carries subtle tonal shifts skein to skein. Buy enough for a project in one dye lot, and stitch in a random or cross-country order to blend any variation.
Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks English Ivy
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with English Ivy, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Yellows Family
Classic Colorworks English Ivy in context with nearby shades from the yellows color family.
About Classic Colorworks English Ivy
Classic Colorworks English Ivy is a dark, muted shade from the yellows family with warm gold tones. The dark and steady mood of this color makes it a natural fit for highlights and warm backgrounds. Expect to see it used in golden accents and stars across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Classic Colorworks English Ivy?
Classic Colorworks English Ivy is a dark yellow shade (hex #272518, RGB 39, 37, 24) in the yellows family, commonly used for lemon motifs, rubber duck designs, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks English Ivy?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks English Ivy is DMC 934 (Black Avocado Green) with a 67% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3371 (Black Brown, 61%) and DMC 844 (Beaver Grey ultra dark, 58%).
What's a good substitute for Classic Colorworks English Ivy?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to English Ivy are Balsam Fir (ΔE 4.57), Ponderosa Pine (ΔE 5.44), and Erin Go Emerald (ΔE 7.92). These are useful substitutes when English Ivy is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Classic Colorworks English Ivy?
Cross-stitchers pull Classic Colorworks English Ivy for charts featuring lemon motifs, rubber duck designs, bumblebee patterns, canary themes. The dark tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
Is Classic Colorworks English Ivy good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like English Ivy are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.