1241
Pinks family
Cosmo 1241 has hex #AA163C and RGB 170, 22, 60. This medium-dark, vivid pink thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Cosmo shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 1241
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 1241
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 1241
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, Cosmo 1241 draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 1241
Cosmo threads that pair well with 1241, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 1241 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 1241
Cosmo 1241 sits in the pinks family as a medium-dark, vivid shade with rose pink tones. It has a intense and saturated feel that suits tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with rose buds or florals for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 1241 — what color is it?
Cosmo 1241 is a medium-dark pink thread (hex #AA163C, RGB 170, 22, 60). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 1241?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 1241 is DMC 326 (Rose very deep) with a 94% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 309 (Rose deep, 93%) and DMC 3831 (Raspberry dark, 92%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 1241?
The closest Cosmo threads to 1241 are 107 (ΔE 3.78), 242 (ΔE 4.57), and 108 (ΔE 4.64). These are useful substitutes when 1241 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 1241 good for?
Cosmo 1241 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 1241.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 1241?
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, 1241 has a contrast ratio of about 7.3:1 on white fabric and 2.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.