Tartan Plaid
Teals family#5B736D
Need details on Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid? This medium, subdued teal hand-dyed shade is hex #5B736D, RGB 91, 115, 109. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and J&P Coates are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Classic Colorworks shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid
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 Tartan Plaid
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid 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 Tartan Plaid
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Tartan Plaid, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Teals Family
Classic ColorworksTartan Plaid in context with nearby shades from the teals color family.
About Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid
Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid sits in the teals family as a medium, subdued shade. With a restrained and earthy quality, this thread works beautifully in mermaid motifs and sea glass tones. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tidepool patterns and water and sky.
Frequently Asked Questions
Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid — what color is it?
Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid is a medium teal thread (hex #5B736D, RGB 91, 115, 109). It shows up most in ocean waves and peacock feathers.
What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid is DMC 926 (Grey Green medium) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 502 (Blue Green, 74%) and DMC 169 (Pewter light, 61%).
Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Tartan Plaid?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Tartan Plaid are Dublin Bay (ΔE 5.71), Mint Julep (ΔE 6.02), and Caribbean Waters (ΔE 7.33). These are useful substitutes when Tartan Plaid is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid good for?
Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring ocean waves, peacock feathers, coastal scenes, dragonflies. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with Tartan Plaid.
Does Classic Colorworks Tartan Plaid vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, Tartan Plaid 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.