838
Reds family
Below: Cosmo 838, a medium, vivid red shade with hex #E22C33 and RGB 226, 44, 51. Find its closest Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Cosmo shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 838
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 838
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 838
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Saturated shades like Cosmo 838 punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because Cosmo 2343 is so near (ΔE 1.83), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 838
Cosmo threads that pair well with 838, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 838 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 838
A vivid, medium member of the reds family, Cosmo 838 is a hand-dyed floss with warm crimson tones. The rich and lively character of this shade lends itself well to apple motifs and ladybug designs. Stitchers frequently choose it for barn scenes and tomato patterns in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmo 838 look like?
Cosmo 838 is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #E22C33 and RGB 226, 44, 51. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring bold accents and berries.
Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 838?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 838 is DMC 350 (Coral medium) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3801 (Christmas Red light, 88%) and DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red, 83%).
What Cosmo colors are similar to 838?
The closest Cosmo threads to 838 are 2343 (ΔE 1.83), 798 (ΔE 2.12), and 758 (ΔE 2.83). These are useful substitutes when 838 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Cosmo 838?
Reach for Cosmo 838 when your project calls for bold accents, berries, valentines, poppies. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 838.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 838?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 838 has a contrast ratio of about 4.5:1 on white fabric and 4.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.