112
Pinks family
Below: Cosmo 112, a light, vivid pink shade with hex #F2A5CC and RGB 242, 165, 204. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Cosmo shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 112
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 Colors
Similar Cosmo Colors to 112
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 112
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Saturated shades like Cosmo 112 punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because Cosmo 499 is so near (ΔE 1.04), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 112
Cosmo threads that pair well with 112, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 112 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 112
Cosmo 112 is a light, vivid shade in the pinks family with rose pink tones. The soft and lively mood of this color makes it a natural fit for ballet themes and baby projects. Expect to see it used in peony petals and flamingo designs across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmo 112 look like?
Cosmo 112 is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #F2A5CC and RGB 242, 165, 204. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring florals and skin tones.
Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 112?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 112 is DMC 605 (Cranberry very light) with a 78% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3689 (Mauve light, 76%) and DMC 151 (Dusty Rose very light, 70%).
What Cosmo colors are similar to 112?
The closest Cosmo threads to 112 are 499 (ΔE 1.04), 353 (ΔE 2.03), and 2221 (ΔE 3.94). These are useful substitutes when 112 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Cosmo 112?
Reach for Cosmo 112 when your project calls for florals, skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 112.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 112?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 112 has a contrast ratio of about 1.9:1 on white fabric and 11:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.