604 — Cranberry light
Pinks family
Need details on DMC 604? This light, highly saturated pink shade (Cranberry light) is hex #F67AAD, RGB 246, 122, 173. 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 604
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 604
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 604
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
DMC 604 (Cranberry light) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Color Harmonies for DMC 604
DMC threads that pair well with 604, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
DMC 604 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About DMC 604
Cranberry light (catalog code DMC 604) is a light, highly saturated shade from the pinks family with rose pink tones. With a fresh and easy quality, this thread works beautifully in peony petals and flamingo designs. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is DMC 604?
DMC 604 is called Cranberry light. It's a light pink shade (hex #F67AAD, RGB 246, 122, 173) in the pinks family, commonly used for romantic motifs, blush accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest Anchor match for DMC 604?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 604 (Cranberry light) is Anchor 52 (Pink Dark) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 66 (Dusty Plum Light, 79%) and Anchor 75 (Plum Light, 74%).
What's a good substitute for DMC 604?
The closest DMC threads to 604 are 957 Geranium pale (ΔE 4.15), 894 Carnation very light (ΔE 6.21), and 605 Cranberry very light (ΔE 6.52). These are useful substitutes when 604 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use DMC 604?
Cross-stitchers pull DMC 604 (Cranberry light) for charts featuring romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes. The light 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 604 (Cranberry 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, 604 has a contrast ratio of about 2.5:1 on white fabric and 8.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.