0340 — Red Grape
Pinks family#D693B5
Need details on Gentle Art Sampler 0340? This light, moderately saturated pink shade (Red Grape) is hex #D693B5, RGB 214, 147, 181. Cross-brand equivalents in Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Gentle Art Sampler shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Gentle Art Sampler 0340
Gentle Art Sampler Sampler Threads
- Fiber
- cotton
- Strands
- 6 ply
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
- Sold as
- 10 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Gentle Art Sampler 0340
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Gentle Art Sampler Colors to 0340
Closest Gentle Art Sampler threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Gentle Art Sampler 0340
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
As a hand-dyed floss, Gentle Art Sampler 0340 (Red Grape) varies gently within and between skeins — that is the charm. Reserve one dye lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.
Color Harmonies for Gentle Art Sampler 0340
Gentle Art Sampler threads that pair well with 0340, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Gentle Art Sampler0340 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Gentle Art Sampler 0340
Gentle Art Sampler 0340 is the floss known as Red Grape: a moderately saturated, light member of the pinks family with rose pink tones. Stitchers describe its character as soft and gentle, perfect for flamingo designs and tulip blooms. It blends comfortably into projects centered on cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gentle Art Sampler 0340 look like?
Gentle Art Sampler 0340 (Red Grape) is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #D693B5 and RGB 214, 147, 181. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which DMC thread matches Gentle Art Sampler 0340?
The closest DMC match for Gentle Art Sampler 0340 (Red Grape) is DMC 153 (Violet very light) with a 78% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3727 (Antique Mauve light, 71%) and DMC 3609 (Plum ultra light, 68%).
What Gentle Art Sampler colors are similar to 0340?
The closest Gentle Art Sampler threads to 0340 are 0790 Bubblegum (ΔE 4.23), 0880 Punchberry (ΔE 6.93), and 0820 Lavender Potpourri (ΔE 7). These are useful substitutes when 0340 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Gentle Art Sampler 0340?
Reach for Gentle Art Sampler 0340 (Red Grape) 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 0340.
Does Gentle Art Sampler 0340 (Red Grape) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 0340 are never perfectly flat, and later dye lots can read differently. Reserve one lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.