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Pinks family
Cosmo 2242 is a medium, vivid pink shade with hex code #B62D53 and RGB values 182, 45, 83. Below you'll find the closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Cosmo shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 2242
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 2242
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 2242
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Its nearest neighbor, Cosmo 506, is barely a step away (ΔE 2.93). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 2242
Cosmo threads that pair well with 2242, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 2242 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 2242
Cosmo 2242 is a medium, vivid shade from the pinks family with rose pink tones. This thread brings a confident and warm presence to projects featuring peony petals or flamingo designs. Look for it in charts that feature tulip blooms or cosmetics-themed designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 2242?
Cosmo 2242 is a medium pink shade (hex #B62D53, RGB 182, 45, 83) in the pinks family, commonly used for romantic motifs, blush accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 2242?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 2242 is DMC 601 (Cranberry dark) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 600 (Cranberry very dark, 77%) and DMC 3687 (Mauve, 77%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 2242?
The closest Cosmo threads to 2242 are 506 (ΔE 2.93), 106 (ΔE 4.98), and 107 (ΔE 5.2). These are useful substitutes when 2242 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 2242?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 2242 for charts featuring romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes. The medium tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 2242?
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, 2242 has a contrast ratio of about 6:1 on white fabric and 3.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.