851
Pinks family#F0B4AB
Need details on Cosmo 851? This light, vivid pink hand-dyed shade is hex #F0B4AB, RGB 240, 180, 171. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and J&P Coates are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Cosmo shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Cosmo 851
Cosmo No. 25 embroidery floss
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- about 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 851
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Cosmo Colors to 851
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 851
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Cosmo 851 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.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 851
Cosmo threads that pair well with 851, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo851 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 851
Cosmo 851 is a light, vivid shade from the pinks family. With a fresh and easy quality, this thread works beautifully in peony petals and flamingo designs. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 851?
Cosmo 851 is a light pink shade (hex #F0B4AB, RGB 240, 180, 171) in the pinks family, commonly used for romantic motifs, blush accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 851?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 851 is DMC 225 (Shell Pink ultra very light) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 967 (Apricot very light, 74%) and DMC 3779 (Terra Cotta ultra very light, 74%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 851?
The closest Cosmo threads to 851 are 461 (ΔE 4.59), 440 (ΔE 4.68), and 103A (ΔE 6.75). These are useful substitutes when 851 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 851?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 851 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 851?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 851 has a contrast ratio of about 1.8:1 on white fabric and 11.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.