128
Reds family
Need details on Cosmo 128? This medium, moderately saturated red hand-dyed shade is hex #BE5F42, RGB 190, 95, 66. 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 128
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 128
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 128
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 128
Cosmo threads that pair well with 128, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 128 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 128
A moderately saturated, medium member of the reds family, Cosmo 128 is a hand-dyed floss with red-orange tones. Stitchers describe its character as rich and warm, perfect for apple motifs and ladybug designs. It blends comfortably into projects centered on barn scenes and tomato patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmo 128 look like?
Cosmo 128 is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #BE5F42 and RGB 190, 95, 66. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring bold accents and berries.
Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 128?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 128 is DMC 21 (Light Alizarin) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3776 (Mahogany light, 82%) and DMC 921 (Copper, 75%).
What Cosmo colors are similar to 128?
The closest Cosmo threads to 128 are 2186 (ΔE 3.56), 186 (ΔE 6.18), and 405 (ΔE 7.39). These are useful substitutes when 128 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Cosmo 128?
Reach for Cosmo 128 when your project calls for bold accents, berries, valentines, poppies. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 128.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 128?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 128 has a contrast ratio of about 4.3:1 on white fabric and 4.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.