407 — Clay Brown (3773)
Reds family
Need details on DMC 407? This medium, moderately saturated red shade (Clay Brown (3773)) is hex #B17260, RGB 177, 114, 96. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby DMC shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 407
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 407
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 407
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Its nearest neighbor, DMC 3859 (Rosewood light), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.79). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for DMC 407
DMC threads that pair well with 407, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC 407 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About DMC 407
A medium, moderately saturated entry in the reds family, DMC 407 carries the name Clay Brown (3773) with red-orange tones. Stitchers describe its character as balanced and warm, perfect for berries and valentines. It blends comfortably into projects centered on poppies and cardinal birds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is DMC 407?
DMC 407 is called Clay Brown (3773). It's a medium red shade (hex #B17260, RGB 177, 114, 96) in the reds family, commonly used for tomato patterns, roses, and similar motifs.
What's the closest Anchor match for DMC 407?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 407 (Clay Brown (3773)) is Anchor 914 (Flesh Dark) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 378 (Dusty Flesh Medium, 78%) and Anchor 1013 (Terracotta, 75%).
What's a good substitute for DMC 407?
The closest DMC threads to 407 are 3859 Rosewood light (ΔE 1.79), 3064 Desert Sand (ΔE 3.04), and 3778 Terra Cotta light (ΔE 4.95). These are useful substitutes when 407 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use DMC 407?
Cross-stitchers pull DMC 407 (Clay Brown (3773)) for charts featuring tomato patterns, roses, hearts, holiday designs. 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 407 (Clay Brown (3773))?
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, 407 has a contrast ratio of about 3.9:1 on white fabric and 5.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.