Razzleberry
Reds family#551B2B
Below: Classic Colorworks Razzleberry, a dark, vivid red shade with hex #551B2B and RGB 85, 27, 43. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Classic Colorworks shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Razzleberry
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 Razzleberry
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks Razzleberry
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Razzleberry are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Razzleberry
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Razzleberry, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Classic ColorworksRazzleberry in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Classic Colorworks Razzleberry
Classic Colorworks Razzleberry sits in the reds family as a dark, vivid shade. The dramatic and vivid mood of this color makes it a natural fit for bold accents and berries. Expect to see it used in valentines and poppies across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Classic Colorworks Razzleberry — what color is it?
Classic Colorworks Razzleberry is a dark red thread (hex #551B2B, RGB 85, 27, 43). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Razzleberry?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Razzleberry is DMC 902 (Garnet very dark) with a 92% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 814 (Garnet dark, 84%) and DMC 3802 (Antique Mauve very dark, 77%).
Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Razzleberry?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Razzleberry are Bandana (ΔE 3.63), Red Currant (ΔE 4.81), and Cherry Cobbler (ΔE 4.86). These are useful substitutes when Razzleberry is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Classic Colorworks Razzleberry good for?
Classic Colorworks Razzleberry is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses, hearts. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with Razzleberry.
Does Classic Colorworks Razzleberry vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, Razzleberry 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.