800
Reds family
Cosmo 800 has hex #C02129 and RGB 192, 33, 41. This medium, vivid red thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Cosmo shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 800
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 800
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 800
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, Cosmo 800 draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Cosmo 800 sits a hair from Cosmo 345 (ΔE 2.03) — 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 800
Cosmo threads that pair well with 800, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 800 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 800
Cosmo 800 sits in the reds family as a medium, vivid shade with warm crimson tones. It has a vibrant and steady feel that suits ladybug designs and barn scenes particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with tomato patterns or roses for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 800 — what color is it?
Cosmo 800 is a medium red thread (hex #C02129, RGB 192, 33, 41). It shows up most in berries and valentines.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 800?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 800 is DMC 349 (Coral dark) with a 94% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 666 (Christmas Red bright, 91%) and DMC 900 (Burnt Orange dark, 74%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 800?
The closest Cosmo threads to 800 are 345 (ΔE 2.03), 857 (ΔE 2.4), and 344 (ΔE 3.04). These are useful substitutes when 800 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 800 good for?
Cosmo 800 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 800.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 800?
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, 800 has a contrast ratio of about 6:1 on white fabric and 3.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.