104
Pinks family#EFA3AF
Need details on Cosmo 104? This light, vivid pink 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.
About Cosmo 104
Cosmo No. 25 embroidery floss
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- about 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 104
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
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.
Pinks Family
Cosmo104 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 104
A light, vivid entry in the pinks family, that's Cosmo 104. Stitchers describe its character as fresh and easy, perfect for cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds. It blends comfortably into projects centered on florals and skin tones.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 104?
Cosmo 104 is a light pink shade (hex #EFA3AF, RGB 239, 163, 175) in the pinks family, commonly used for ballet themes, baby projects, 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 ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals, flamingo designs. 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.