106
Reds family
Cosmo 106 is a medium, vivid red shade with hex code #BE374C and RGB values 190, 55, 76. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Cosmo shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 106
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 106
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 106
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Cosmo 106 sits a hair from Cosmo 3115 (ΔE 2.98) — 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 Cosmo 106
Cosmo threads that pair well with 106, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 106 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 106
Meet Cosmo 106 — a vivid, medium hand-dyed thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. Its vibrant and steady presence shines in roses and hearts alike. Pull this thread for holiday designs or bold accents when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 106 — what color is it?
Cosmo 106 is a medium red thread (hex #BE374C, RGB 190, 55, 76). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 106?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 106 is DMC 3832 (Raspberry medium) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3328 (Salmon dark, 84%) and DMC 3731 (Dusty Rose very dark, 76%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 106?
The closest Cosmo threads to 106 are 3115 (ΔE 2.98), 240 (ΔE 3.14), and 107 (ΔE 3.54). These are useful substitutes when 106 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 106 good for?
Cosmo 106 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. 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 106.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 106?
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, 106 has a contrast ratio of about 5.5:1 on white fabric and 3.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.