605 — Cranberry very light
Pinks family
Below: DMC 605 (Cranberry very light), a light, highly saturated pink shade with hex #FE98C1 and RGB 254, 152, 193. Find its closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar DMC shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 605
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 605
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 605
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like DMC 605 (Cranberry very light) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for DMC 605
DMC threads that pair well with 605, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
DMC 605 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About DMC 605
DMC 605 is the floss known as Cranberry very light: a highly saturated, light member of the pinks family with rose pink tones. The soft and lively character of this shade lends itself well to flamingo designs and tulip blooms. Stitchers frequently choose it for cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does DMC 605 look like?
DMC 605 (Cranberry very light) is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #FE98C1 and RGB 254, 152, 193. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which Anchor thread matches DMC 605?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 605 (Cranberry very light) is Anchor 1094 (Pink Medium Light) with a 93% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 55 (Pink Mauve Light, 90%) and Anchor 50 (Pink, 84%).
What DMC colors are similar to 605?
The closest DMC threads to 605 are 3716 Dusty Rose very light (ΔE 4.9), 3689 Mauve light (ΔE 6.02), and 151 Dusty Rose very light (ΔE 6.4). These are useful substitutes when 605 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use DMC 605?
Reach for DMC 605 (Cranberry very light) when your project calls for blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 605.
What fabric color works best with DMC 605 (Cranberry 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, 605 has a contrast ratio of about 2:1 on white fabric and 10.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.