2341
Oranges family
Need details on Cosmo 2341? This medium-light, vivid orange hand-dyed shade is hex #EC916F, RGB 236, 145, 111. 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 2341
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 2341
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 2341
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 2341 draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Cosmo 2341 sits a hair from Cosmo 3185 (ΔE 2.54) — 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 2341
Cosmo threads that pair well with 2341, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Cosmo 2341 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Cosmo 2341
Cosmo 2341 sits in the oranges family as a medium-light, vivid shade with deep amber tones. With a crisp and versatile quality, this thread works beautifully in seasonal designs and pumpkins. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring marigolds and fall wreaths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 2341 — what color is it?
Cosmo 2341 is a medium-light orange thread (hex #EC916F, RGB 236, 145, 111). It shows up most in monarch butterflies and persimmon patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 2341?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 2341 is DMC 402 (Mahogany very light) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 758 (Terra Cotta very light, 79%) and DMC 3771 (Terra Cotta ultra very light, 78%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 2341?
The closest Cosmo threads to 2341 are 3185 (ΔE 2.54), 752 (ΔE 3.84), and 127 (ΔE 3.92). These are useful substitutes when 2341 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 2341 good for?
Cosmo 2341 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring monarch butterflies, persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, sunsets. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2341.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 2341?
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, 2341 has a contrast ratio of about 2.4:1 on white fabric and 8.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.