3779 — Terra Cotta ultra very light
Reds family
Need details on DMC 3779? This light, vivid red shade (Terra Cotta ultra very light) is hex #E8A492, RGB 232, 164, 146. 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 3779
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 3779
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 3779
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 3779
DMC threads that pair well with 3779, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC 3779 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About DMC 3779
DMC 3779 (Terra Cotta ultra very light) is a light, vivid shade in the reds family with red-orange tones. With a soft and lively quality, this thread works beautifully in tomato patterns and roses. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring hearts and holiday designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does DMC 3779 look like?
DMC 3779 (Terra Cotta ultra very light) is a light shade in the reds family with hex #E8A492 and RGB 232, 164, 146. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring poppies and cardinal birds.
Which Anchor thread matches DMC 3779?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 3779 (Terra Cotta ultra very light) is Anchor 882 (Antique Mahogany Light) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 4146 (Flesh Light, 84%) and Anchor 8 (Peach Light, 77%).
What DMC colors are similar to 3779?
The closest DMC threads to 3779 are 353 Peach (ΔE 4.11), 754 Peach light (ΔE 4.16), and 3824 Apricot light (ΔE 4.49). These are useful substitutes when 3779 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use DMC 3779?
Reach for DMC 3779 (Terra Cotta ultra very light) when your project calls for poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 3779.
What fabric color works best with DMC 3779 (Terra Cotta ultra very light)?
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, 3779 has a contrast ratio of about 2.1:1 on white fabric and 10.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.