Classic Colorworks Belle Soie

Mistletoe

Greens family

Looking up Classic Colorworks Mistletoe? It's a dark green shade (#21321E / RGB 33, 50, 30). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Classic Colorworks alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#21321E
RGB
33, 50, 30
HSL
111°, 25%, 16%
Lab
18.8, -11.9, 10.6
Lightness
16%
Very dark
Saturation
25%
Muted
Hue
111°
Family
Greens

Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Mistletoe

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

Classic Colorworks Mistletoe

Sullivans

Pistachio Green Very Dark 45060 87% Good
Hunter Green Very Dark 45248 77% Approx
Hunter Green Dark 45342 72% Approx
Pistachio Green Ultra Dark 45243 71% Approx
Fern Green Dark 45117 70% Approx

Crescent Colours

Blackbird 164 67% Approx
English Ivy 179 61% Fair
Spinach 029 59% Fair
Erin Go Emerald 165 57% Fair
Steamed Broccoli 181 46% Fair

Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Mistletoe

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

Working with Classic Colorworks Mistletoe

On white fabric
13.6:1
On dark fabric
1.5:1
Temperature
soft cool
Closest to
charcoal

It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.

Backstitch & outlines

Very dark shades like Classic Colorworks Mistletoe are workhorses for backstitch outlines, lettering, and fine detail — the depth reads cleanly at a single strand over one.

Hand-dyed notes

As a hand-dyed floss, Classic Colorworks Mistletoe 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 Mistletoe

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

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

Greens Family

Classic Colorworks Mistletoe in context with nearby shades from the greens color family.

About Classic Colorworks Mistletoe

Classic Colorworks Mistletoe is a dark, muted shade in the greens family with true green tones. Expect a bold and brooding look that suits herb gardens, forest canopies, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching cactus motifs or shamrock designs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Classic Colorworks Mistletoe look like?

Classic Colorworks Mistletoe is a dark shade in the greens family with hex #21321E and RGB 33, 50, 30. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring foliage and nature scenes.

Which DMC thread matches Classic Colorworks Mistletoe?

The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Mistletoe is DMC 890 (Pistachio Green ultra dark) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 895 (Hunter Green very dark, 80%) and DMC 319 (Pistachio Green very dark, 75%).

What Classic Colorworks colors are similar to Mistletoe?

The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Mistletoe are Ponderosa Pine (ΔE 6.12), Desert Mesquite (ΔE 6.33), and Steamed Broccoli (ΔE 8.29). These are useful substitutes when Mistletoe is unavailable or for building gradients.

When should I use Classic Colorworks Mistletoe?

Reach for Classic Colorworks Mistletoe when your project calls for foliage, nature scenes, holiday projects, landscape details. Its dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to Mistletoe.

Is Classic Colorworks Mistletoe good for backstitching and outlines?

Yes — very dark shades like Mistletoe are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.