Cosmo Embroidery Floss

476

Pinks family

Need details on Cosmo 476? This medium-dark, subdued pink hand-dyed shade is hex #614B58, RGB 97, 75, 88. 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.

Hex
#614B58
RGB
97, 75, 88
HSL
325°, 13%, 34%
Lab
34.6, 11.7, -4.1
Lightness
34%
Dark
Saturation
13%
Neutral
Hue
325°
Family
Pinks

Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 476

Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works

Cosmo 476

Sullivans

Antique Violet Medium 45326 76% Approx
Antique Violet Dark 45371 55% Fair
Cocoa 45458 53% Fair
Shell Grey Dark 45101 47% Fair
Grape Medium 45433 39% Fair

Crescent Colours

Grape Pie 016 72% Approx
Auntie Dee 062 62% Fair
Chocolate Cream Pie 009 62% Fair
Cappuccino 007 56% Fair
Rainy Day 103 55% Fair

Similar Cosmo Colors to 476

Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Cosmo 476

On white fabric
7.9:1
On dark fabric
2.7:1
Temperature
soft warm
Closest to
plum

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Blending & gradients

Cosmo 476 sits a hair from Cosmo 2035 (ΔE 2.29) — 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 476

Cosmo threads that pair well with 476, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Pinks Family

Cosmo 476 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.

About Cosmo 476

Meet Cosmo 476 — a subdued, medium-dark hand-dyed thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. Stitchers describe its character as somber and rich, perfect for baby projects and peony petals. It blends comfortably into projects centered on flamingo designs and tulip blooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cosmo 476 — what color is it?

Cosmo 476 is a medium-dark pink thread (hex #614B58, RGB 97, 75, 88). It shows up most in skin tones and romantic motifs.

What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 476?

The closest DMC match for Cosmo 476 is DMC 3740 (Antique Violet dark) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3041 (Antique Violet medium, 75%) and DMC 3860 (Cocoa, 55%).

Which Cosmo threads are close to 476?

The closest Cosmo threads to 476 are 2035 (ΔE 2.29), 764 (ΔE 8.51), and 475 (ΔE 9.08). These are useful substitutes when 476 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Cosmo 476 good for?

Cosmo 476 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 476.

What fabric color works best with Cosmo 476?

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, 476 has a contrast ratio of about 7.9:1 on white fabric and 2.7:1 on black. As a soft warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.