342
Reds family
Looking up Cosmo 342? It's a medium-light red shade (#E66A5A / RGB 230, 106, 90). Scroll down for Sullivans, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Cosmo alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 342
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 342
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 342
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 342 punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because Cosmo 443 is so near (ΔE 2.43), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 342
Cosmo threads that pair well with 342, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 342 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 342
A vivid, medium-light member of the reds family, Cosmo 342 is a hand-dyed floss with true red tones. The shade reads as balanced and lively — a go-to choice for holiday designs and bold accents. It also turns up in patterns built around berries and valentines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmo 342 look like?
Cosmo 342 is a medium-light shade in the reds family with hex #E66A5A and RGB 230, 106, 90. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.
Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 342?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 342 is DMC 352 (Coral light) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3340 (Apricot medium, 70%) and DMC 351 (Coral, 68%).
What Cosmo colors are similar to 342?
The closest Cosmo threads to 342 are 443 (ΔE 2.43), 853 (ΔE 3.72), and 444A (ΔE 4.84). These are useful substitutes when 342 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Cosmo 342?
Reach for Cosmo 342 when your project calls for ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 342.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 342?
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, 342 has a contrast ratio of about 3.2:1 on white fabric and 6.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.