Priscilla's Peppermint
Pinks family#C46388
Looking up Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint? It's a medium-light pink shade (#C46388 / RGB 196, 99, 136). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Classic Colorworks alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint
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 Priscilla's Peppermint
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint sits a hair from Classic Colorworks House Wine (ΔE 1.95) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Priscilla's Peppermint, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Classic ColorworksPriscilla's Peppermint in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint
Meet Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint — a moderately saturated, medium-light hand-dyed thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. The shade reads as easygoing and clear — a go-to choice for baby projects and peony petals. It also turns up in patterns built around flamingo designs and tulip blooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint — what color is it?
Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint is a medium-light pink thread (hex #C46388, RGB 196, 99, 136). It shows up most in skin tones and romantic motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint is DMC 3688 (Mauve medium) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 316 (Antique Mauve medium, 74%) and DMC 3806 (Cyclamen Pink light, 70%).
Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Priscilla's Peppermint?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Priscilla's Peppermint are House Wine (ΔE 1.95), Prickly Pear (ΔE 2.91), and Cerise (ΔE 2.98). These are useful substitutes when Priscilla's Peppermint is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint good for?
Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with Priscilla's Peppermint.
Does Classic Colorworks Priscilla's Peppermint vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like Priscilla's Peppermint 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.