0590 — Terracotta
Oranges family#D98A6A
Looking up Gentle Art Sampler 0590? It's Terracotta, a medium-light orange shade (#D98A6A / RGB 217, 138, 106). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Gentle Art Sampler alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Gentle Art Sampler 0590
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 0590
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 0590
Closest Gentle Art Sampler threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Gentle Art Sampler 0590
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Its warm mid-tone sits in the skin-tone range, so Gentle Art Sampler 0590 (Terracotta) turns up in portraits, figures, and faces — usually blended with a lighter and a darker neighbor for shading.
As a hand-dyed floss, Gentle Art Sampler 0590 (Terracotta) 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 0590
Gentle Art Sampler threads that pair well with 0590, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Gentle Art Sampler0590 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Gentle Art Sampler 0590
Gentle Art Sampler 0590 (Terracotta) is a medium-light, vivid shade in the oranges family with deep amber tones. Expect a balanced and lively look that suits persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching sunsets or warm accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gentle Art Sampler 0590 look like?
Gentle Art Sampler 0590 (Terracotta) is a medium-light shade in the oranges family with hex #D98A6A and RGB 217, 138, 106. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Which DMC thread matches Gentle Art Sampler 0590?
The closest DMC match for Gentle Art Sampler 0590 (Terracotta) is DMC 3773 (Desert Sand Medium) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 758 (Terra Cotta very light, 83%) and DMC 402 (Mahogany very light, 79%).
What Gentle Art Sampler colors are similar to 0590?
The closest Gentle Art Sampler threads to 0590 are 0550 Burnt Orange (ΔE 5.7), 0520 Copper (ΔE 6.06), and 0560A Nutmeg (ΔE 7.71). These are useful substitutes when 0590 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Gentle Art Sampler 0590?
Reach for Gentle Art Sampler 0590 (Terracotta) when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 0590.
Does Gentle Art Sampler 0590 (Terracotta) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 0590 shifts subtly skein to skein — that gentle variegation is the appeal. Buy enough for a project in one dye lot and stitch in a random order to blend any variation.