3722 — Shell Pink medium
Reds family
Looking up DMC 3722? It's Shell Pink medium, a medium red shade (#99444D / RGB 153, 68, 77). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, Anchor, and Madeira equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close DMC alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 3722
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 3722
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 3722
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Color Harmonies for DMC 3722
DMC threads that pair well with 3722, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC 3722 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About DMC 3722
Shell Pink medium (catalog code DMC 3722) is a medium, moderately saturated shade from the reds family with warm crimson tones. Expect a balanced and warm look that suits cardinal birds, apple motifs, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching ladybug designs or barn scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is DMC 3722?
DMC 3722 is called Shell Pink medium. It's a medium red shade (hex #99444D, RGB 153, 68, 77) in the reds family, commonly used for holiday designs, bold accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest Anchor match for DMC 3722?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 3722 (Shell Pink medium) is Anchor 1024 (Dusty Rose Medium) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 1027 (Shell Pink Medium Dark, 78%) and Anchor 970 (Dusty Violet Dark, 69%).
What's a good substitute for DMC 3722?
The closest DMC threads to 3722 are 3350 Dusty Rose ultra dark (ΔE 5.81), 3721 Shell Pink dark (ΔE 6.41), and 3830 Terra Cotta (ΔE 6.7). These are useful substitutes when 3722 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use DMC 3722?
Cross-stitchers pull DMC 3722 (Shell Pink medium) for charts featuring holiday designs, bold accents, berries, valentines. The medium 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 DMC 3722 (Shell Pink medium)?
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, 3722 has a contrast ratio of about 6.4:1 on white fabric and 3.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.