501
Pinks family
Looking up Cosmo 501? It's a light pink shade (#ED8BC4 / RGB 237, 139, 196). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Cosmo alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 501
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 501
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 501
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Cosmo 501 is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Its nearest neighbor, Cosmo 113, is barely a step away (ΔE 1.21). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 501
Cosmo threads that pair well with 501, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 501 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 501
Cosmo 501 is a light, vivid shade from the pinks family with rose pink tones. Expect a fresh and easy look that suits peony petals, flamingo designs, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching tulip blooms or cosmetics-themed designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 501?
Cosmo 501 is a light pink shade (hex #ED8BC4, RGB 237, 139, 196) in the pinks family, commonly used for romantic motifs, blush accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 501?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 501 is DMC 3609 (Plum ultra light) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 605 (Cranberry very light, 72%) and DMC 604 (Cranberry light, 71%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 501?
The closest Cosmo threads to 501 are 113 (ΔE 1.21), 354 (ΔE 2.23), and 353 (ΔE 4.8). These are useful substitutes when 501 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 501?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 501 for charts featuring romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes. The light 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 501?
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, 501 has a contrast ratio of about 2.3:1 on white fabric and 9.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.