344
Reds family
Need details on Cosmo 344? This medium, vivid red hand-dyed shade is hex #CA2D32, RGB 202, 45, 50. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Cosmo shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 344
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 344
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 344
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 855, is barely a step away (ΔE 2.5). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 344
Cosmo threads that pair well with 344, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 344 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 344
A medium, vivid entry in the reds family, that's Cosmo 344 with warm crimson tones. Stitchers describe its character as confident and warm, perfect for berries and valentines. It blends comfortably into projects centered on poppies and cardinal birds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 344?
Cosmo 344 is a medium red shade (hex #CA2D32, RGB 202, 45, 50) in the reds family, commonly used for tomato patterns, roses, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 344?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 344 is DMC 350 (Coral medium) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 666 (Christmas Red bright, 82%) and DMC 349 (Coral dark, 80%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 344?
The closest Cosmo threads to 344 are 855 (ΔE 2.5), 800 (ΔE 3.04), and 798 (ΔE 3.57). These are useful substitutes when 344 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 344?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 344 for charts featuring tomato patterns, roses, hearts, holiday designs. 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 344?
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, 344 has a contrast ratio of about 5.3:1 on white fabric and 3.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.