676
Yellows family
Looking up Cosmo 676? It's a dark yellow shade (#4A4F2B / RGB 74, 79, 43). 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 676
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 676
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 676
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Cosmo 676 sits a hair from Cosmo 686 (ΔE 1.74) — 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 676
Cosmo threads that pair well with 676, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Yellows Family
Cosmo 676 in context with nearby shades from the yellows color family.
About Cosmo 676
Meet Cosmo 676 — a muted, dark hand-dyed thread in the yellows family with lemon-toned tones. The shade reads as dramatic and quiet — a go-to choice for sunflowers and highlights. It also turns up in patterns built around warm backgrounds and golden accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 676 — what color is it?
Cosmo 676 is a dark yellow thread (hex #4A4F2B, RGB 74, 79, 43). It shows up most in daffodils and lemon motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 676?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 676 is DMC 3051 (Green Grey dark) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 937 (Avocado Green medium, 82%) and DMC 936 (Avocado Green very dark, 81%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 676?
The closest Cosmo threads to 676 are 686 (ΔE 1.74), 826 (ΔE 3.58), and 925 (ΔE 5.05). These are useful substitutes when 676 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 676 good for?
Cosmo 676 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring daffodils, lemon motifs, rubber duck designs, bumblebee patterns. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 676.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 676?
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, 676 has a contrast ratio of about 8.6:1 on white fabric and 2.4:1 on black. As a soft warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.