Persimmon
Reds family#CA5A4F
Looking up Classic Colorworks Persimmon? It's a medium-light red shade (#CA5A4F / RGB 202, 90, 79). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Classic Colorworks alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Persimmon
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Persimmon
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks Persimmon
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
As a hand-dyed floss, Classic Colorworks Persimmon 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.
Because Classic Colorworks Sunset is so near (ΔE 2.27), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Persimmon
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Persimmon, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Classic ColorworksPersimmon in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Classic Colorworks Persimmon
Classic Colorworks Persimmon is a medium-light, vivid shade in the reds family with true red tones. Expect a balanced and lively look that suits valentines, poppies, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching cardinal birds or apple motifs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Classic Colorworks Persimmon look like?
Classic Colorworks Persimmon is a medium-light shade in the reds family with hex #CA5A4F and RGB 202, 90, 79. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring roses and hearts.
Which DMC thread matches Classic Colorworks Persimmon?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Persimmon is DMC 21 (Light Alizarin) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3778 (Terra Cotta light, 79%) and DMC 351 (Coral, 79%).
What Classic Colorworks colors are similar to Persimmon?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Persimmon are Sunset (ΔE 2.27), Shrimp Cocktail (ΔE 2.63), and Storm Lake Sunrise (ΔE 6.3). These are useful substitutes when Persimmon is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Classic Colorworks Persimmon?
Reach for Classic Colorworks Persimmon when your project calls for roses, hearts, holiday designs, bold accents. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to Persimmon.
Does Classic Colorworks Persimmon vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, Persimmon shifts subtly skein to skein — that gentle variegation is the appeal. Buy enough for a project in one dye lot and stitch in a random order to blend any variation.