602 — Cranberry medium
Pinks family
Looking up DMC 602? It's Cranberry medium, a medium pink shade (#D7306D / RGB 215, 48, 109). 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 602
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 602
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 602
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Color Harmonies for DMC 602
DMC threads that pair well with 602, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
DMC 602 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About DMC 602
DMC 602 (Cranberry medium) is a medium, vivid shade in the pinks family with rose pink tones. Expect a rich and lively look that suits ballet themes, baby projects, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching peony petals or flamingo designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does DMC 602 look like?
DMC 602 (Cranberry medium) is a medium shade in the pinks family with hex #D7306D and RGB 215, 48, 109. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring florals and skin tones.
Which Anchor thread matches DMC 602?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 602 (Cranberry medium) is Anchor 35 (Pink Bright Dark) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 41 (Rose Dark, 72%) and Anchor 54 (Pink Very Dark, 66%).
What DMC colors are similar to 602?
The closest DMC threads to 602 are 3805 Cyclamen Pink (ΔE 3.99), 335 Rose (ΔE 4.93), and 961 Dusty Rose dark (ΔE 4.99). These are useful substitutes when 602 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use DMC 602?
Reach for DMC 602 (Cranberry medium) when your project calls for florals, skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 602.
What fabric color works best with DMC 602 (Cranberry medium)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 602 has a contrast ratio of about 4.6:1 on white fabric and 4.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.