946 — Burnt Orange medium
Reds family
Below: DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium), a medium, highly saturated red shade with hex #F53D1C and RGB 245, 61, 28. 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 946
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 946
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 946
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium) sits a hair from DMC 608 (Burnt Orange) (ΔE 2.46) — 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 946
DMC threads that pair well with 946, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC 946 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About DMC 946
Meet DMC 946, Burnt Orange medium — a highly saturated, medium thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. The vibrant and steady character of this shade lends itself well to roses and hearts. Stitchers frequently choose it for holiday designs and bold accents in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
DMC 946 — what color is it?
The color of DMC 946 is Burnt Orange medium — a medium red thread (hex #F53D1C, RGB 245, 61, 28). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the Anchor equivalent of DMC 946?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium) is Anchor 925 (Yellow Green Very Dark) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 332 (Orange Dark, 67%) and Anchor 316 (Tangerine Dark, 66%).
Which DMC threads are close to 946?
The closest DMC threads to 946 are 608 Burnt Orange (ΔE 2.46), 947 Burnt Orange (ΔE 3.61), and 721 Orange Spice medium (ΔE 5.19). These are useful substitutes when 946 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is DMC 946 good for?
DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 946.
What fabric color works best with DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium)?
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, 946 has a contrast ratio of about 3.8:1 on white fabric and 5.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.