130
Reds family
Need details on Cosmo 130? This medium-dark, vivid red hand-dyed shade is hex #6D3022, RGB 109, 48, 34. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and J&P Coates are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Cosmo shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 130
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 130
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 130
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Cosmo 130 sits a hair from Cosmo 3311 (ΔE 2.39) — 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 130
Cosmo threads that pair well with 130, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 130 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 130
Cosmo 130 sits in the reds family as a medium-dark, vivid shade with red-orange tones. With a intense and saturated quality, this thread works beautifully in ladybug designs and barn scenes. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tomato patterns and roses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 130 — what color is it?
Cosmo 130 is a medium-dark red thread (hex #6D3022, RGB 109, 48, 34). It shows up most in berries and valentines.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 130?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 130 is DMC 400 (Mahogany dark) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 300 (Mahogany very dark, 88%) and DMC 918 (Red Copper dark, 83%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 130?
The closest Cosmo threads to 130 are 3311 (ΔE 2.39), 131 (ΔE 5.76), and 2310 (ΔE 6.21). These are useful substitutes when 130 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 130 good for?
Cosmo 130 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. 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 130.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 130?
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, 130 has a contrast ratio of about 10:1 on white fabric and 2.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.