145
Oranges family
Looking up Cosmo 145? It's a medium-light orange shade (#F6A73A / RGB 246, 167, 58). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Cosmo alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 145
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 145
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 145
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like Cosmo 145 punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 145
Cosmo threads that pair well with 145, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Cosmo 145 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Cosmo 145
Cosmo 145 is a medium-light, highly saturated shade in the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. Expect a balanced and lively look that suits persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching sunsets or warm accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmo 145 look like?
Cosmo 145 is a medium-light shade in the oranges family with hex #F6A73A and RGB 246, 167, 58. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 145?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 145 is DMC 742 (Tangerine light) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 972 (Canary deep, 83%) and DMC 728 (Golden Yellow, 82%).
What Cosmo colors are similar to 145?
The closest Cosmo threads to 145 are 2702 (ΔE 6.11), 1402 (ΔE 7.06), and 2573 (ΔE 7.31). These are useful substitutes when 145 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Cosmo 145?
Reach for Cosmo 145 when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 145.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 145?
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, 145 has a contrast ratio of about 2:1 on white fabric and 10.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.