852
Pinks family#FA978F
Below: Cosmo 852, a light, highly saturated pink shade with hex #FA978F and RGB 250, 151, 143. 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.
About Cosmo 852
Cosmo No. 25 embroidery floss
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- about 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 852
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 852
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 852
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like Cosmo 852 punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 852
Cosmo threads that pair well with 852, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo852 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 852
A highly saturated, light member of the pinks family, Cosmo 852 is a hand-dyed floss. The soft and lively character of this shade lends itself well to flamingo designs and tulip blooms. Stitchers frequently choose it for cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmo 852 look like?
Cosmo 852 is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #FA978F and RGB 250, 151, 143. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 852?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 852 is DMC 353 (Peach) with a 75% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 761 (Salmon light, 69%) and DMC 3824 (Apricot light, 69%).
What Cosmo colors are similar to 852?
The closest Cosmo threads to 852 are 441 (ΔE 3.46), 440 (ΔE 4.25), and 461 (ΔE 6.25). These are useful substitutes when 852 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Cosmo 852?
Reach for Cosmo 852 when your project calls for blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 852.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 852?
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, 852 has a contrast ratio of about 2.1:1 on white fabric and 9.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.