Mermaid's Fin
Blues family
Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin is a dark, vivid blue shade with hex code #162E43 and RGB values 22, 46, 67. Below you'll find the closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Classic Colorworks shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin
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 Mermaid's Fin
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Very dark shades like Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin are workhorses for backstitch outlines, lettering, and fine detail — the depth reads cleanly at a single strand over one.
As a hand-dyed floss, Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin varies gently within and between skeins — that is the charm. Reserve one dye lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.
Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Mermaid's Fin, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin
Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin is a dark, vivid shade in the blues family with sky blue tones. This thread brings a bold and saturated presence to projects featuring hydrangea blooms or skies. Look for it in charts that feature water or denim textures.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin look like?
Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin is a dark shade in the blues family with hex #162E43 and RGB 22, 46, 67. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring forget-me-nots and bluebird motifs.
Which DMC thread matches Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin is DMC 3750 (Antique Blue very dark) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 311 (Navy Blue medium, 68%) and DMC 803 (Baby Blue ultra very dark, 62%).
What Classic Colorworks colors are similar to Mermaid's Fin?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Mermaid's Fin are Nighty Nite (ΔE 4.95), Wavy Navy (ΔE 4.98), and Grasshopper (ΔE 6.64). These are useful substitutes when Mermaid's Fin is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin?
Reach for Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin when your project calls for forget-me-nots, bluebird motifs, whale designs, sapphire accents. Its dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to Mermaid's Fin.
Is Classic Colorworks Mermaid's Fin good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like Mermaid's Fin are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.