104
Reds family
Need details on Cosmo 104? This light, vivid red hand-dyed shade is hex #EFA3AF, RGB 239, 163, 175. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Cosmo shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 104
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Cosmo Colors to 104
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 104
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Cosmo 104 is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 104
Cosmo threads that pair well with 104, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 104 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 104
A light, vivid entry in the reds family, that's Cosmo 104 with warm crimson tones. Stitchers describe its character as fresh and easy, perfect for barn scenes and tomato patterns. It blends comfortably into projects centered on roses and hearts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 104?
Cosmo 104 is a light red shade (hex #EFA3AF, RGB 239, 163, 175) in the reds family, commonly used for valentines, poppies, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 104?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 104 is DMC 151 (Dusty Rose very light) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 761 (Salmon light, 85%) and DMC 776 (Pink Medium, 82%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 104?
The closest Cosmo threads to 104 are 833 (ΔE 3.58), 811 (ΔE 4.48), and 2221 (ΔE 5.49). These are useful substitutes when 104 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 104?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 104 for charts featuring valentines, poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs. The light tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 104?
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first. For reference, 104 has a contrast ratio of about 2:1 on white fabric and 10.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.