351
Pinks family#F8DFD8
Need details on Cosmo 351? This very light, vivid pink hand-dyed shade is hex #F8DFD8, RGB 248, 223, 216. 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.
About Cosmo 351
Cosmo No. 25 embroidery floss
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- about 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 351
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Cosmo Colors to 351
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 351
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Pale shades like Cosmo 351 do the quiet work in a chart — snow, cloud, lace, and catchlight highlights, plus negative space that lets brighter colors breathe.
Its nearest neighbor, Cosmo 102, is barely a step away (ΔE 0.47). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 351
Cosmo threads that pair well with 351, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo351 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 351
A very light, vivid entry in the pinks family, that's Cosmo 351. Stitchers describe its character as fresh and luminous, perfect for cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds. It blends comfortably into projects centered on florals and skin tones.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 351?
Cosmo 351 is a very light pink shade (hex #F8DFD8, RGB 248, 223, 216) in the pinks family, commonly used for ballet themes, baby projects, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 351?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 351 is DMC 819 (Baby Pink light) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 948 (Peach very light, 69%) and DMC 23 (Apple Blossom, 68%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 351?
The closest Cosmo threads to 351 are 102 (ΔE 0.47), 101 (ΔE 4.92), and 111 (ΔE 5.15). These are useful substitutes when 351 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 351?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 351 for charts featuring ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals, flamingo designs. The very light tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
Can Cosmo 351 be used for highlights?
351 is light enough to read as a highlight and near-white filler. Use it for snow, porcelain, lacework, and the small glints that give a piece dimension.