242
Reds family
Cosmo 242 has hex #921B36 and RGB 146, 27, 54. This medium-dark, vivid red thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Cosmo shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 242
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 242
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 242
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 242 punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 242
Cosmo threads that pair well with 242, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 242 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 242
Cosmo 242 is a medium-dark, vivid shade in the reds family with warm crimson tones. It has a deep and vivid feel that suits valentines and poppies particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with cardinal birds or apple motifs for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmo 242 look like?
Cosmo 242 is a medium-dark shade in the reds family with hex #921B36 and RGB 146, 27, 54. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring roses and hearts.
Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 242?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 242 is DMC 150 (Dusty Rose ultra very dark) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 816 (Garnet, 86%) and DMC 326 (Rose very deep, 81%).
What Cosmo colors are similar to 242?
The closest Cosmo threads to 242 are 2241 (ΔE 4.19), 1241 (ΔE 4.57), and 466 (ΔE 5.7). These are useful substitutes when 242 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Cosmo 242?
Reach for Cosmo 242 when your project calls for roses, hearts, holiday designs, bold accents. Its medium-dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 242.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 242?
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, 242 has a contrast ratio of about 8.6:1 on white fabric and 2.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.