3834 — Grape dark
Pinks family
DMC 3834 (Grape dark) is a medium-dark, moderately saturated pink shade with hex code #5B294A and RGB values 91, 41, 74. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar DMC shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 3834
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 3834
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 3834
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
DMC 3834 (Grape dark) sits a hair from DMC 35 (Very Dark Fuchsia) (ΔE 1.32) — 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 3834
DMC threads that pair well with 3834, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
DMC 3834 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About DMC 3834
Known as Grape dark, DMC 3834 is a medium-dark, moderately saturated shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. This thread brings a rich and grounded presence to projects featuring blush accents or cherry blossoms. Look for it in charts that feature ballet themes or baby projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
DMC 3834 — what color is it?
The color of DMC 3834 is Grape dark — a medium-dark pink thread (hex #5B294A, RGB 91, 41, 74). It shows up most in cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
What is the Anchor equivalent of DMC 3834?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 3834 (Grape dark) is Anchor 100 (Violet Dark) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 1029 (Plum Dark, 74%) and Anchor 101 (Violet Very Dark, 72%).
Which DMC threads are close to 3834?
The closest DMC threads to 3834 are 35 Very Dark Fuchsia (ΔE 1.32), 327 Violet (ΔE 5.4), and 3835 Grape medium (ΔE 7.26). These are useful substitutes when 3834 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is DMC 3834 good for?
DMC 3834 (Grape dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals, skin tones. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 3834.
What fabric color works best with DMC 3834 (Grape dark)?
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground. For reference, 3834 has a contrast ratio of about 11.3:1 on white fabric and 1.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.