349 — Coral dark
Reds family
Need details on DMC 349? This medium, vivid red shade (Coral dark) is hex #BD1C29, RGB 189, 28, 41. Cross-brand equivalents in Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby DMC shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 349
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar DMC Colors to 349
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 349
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, DMC 349 (Coral dark) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
DMC 349 (Coral dark) sits a hair from DMC 666 (Christmas Red bright) (ΔE 2.28) — 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 DMC 349
DMC threads that pair well with 349, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC 349 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About DMC 349
Known as Coral dark, DMC 349 is a medium, vivid shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. With a vibrant and steady quality, this thread works beautifully in ladybug designs and barn scenes. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tomato patterns and roses.
Frequently Asked Questions
DMC 349 — what color is it?
The color of DMC 349 is Coral dark — a medium red thread (hex #BD1C29, RGB 189, 28, 41). It shows up most in berries and valentines.
What is the Anchor equivalent of DMC 349?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 349 (Coral dark) is Anchor 29 (Baby Pink Ultra Very Dark) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 1098 (Red, 77%) and Anchor 13 (Coral Dark, 62%).
Which DMC threads are close to 349?
The closest DMC threads to 349 are 666 Christmas Red bright (ΔE 2.28), 321 Christmas Red (ΔE 4.81), and 817 Coral Red very dark (ΔE 5.32). These are useful substitutes when 349 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is DMC 349 good for?
DMC 349 (Coral dark) 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 349.
What fabric color works best with DMC 349 (Coral dark)?
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, 349 has a contrast ratio of about 6.2:1 on white fabric and 3.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.