Gentle Art Sampler Threads

0591 — Coral Reef

Reds family

Gentle Art Sampler 0591 — Coral Reef — has hex #FC857F and RGB 252, 133, 127. This light, highly saturated red thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar Gentle Art Sampler shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.

Hex
#FC857F
RGB
252, 133, 127
HSL
3°, 95%, 74%
Lab
68.8, 44.6, 23.9
Lightness
74%
Light
Saturation
95%
Vivid
Hue
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for Gentle Art Sampler 0591

Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works

Gentle Art Sampler 0591 Coral Reef

Similar Gentle Art Sampler Colors to 0591

Closest Gentle Art Sampler threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Gentle Art Sampler 0591

On white fabric
2.4:1
On dark fabric
8.8:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
salmon

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Bold accents & focal points

With its high saturation, Gentle Art Sampler 0591 (Coral Reef) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.

Hand-dyed notes

Hand-dyed threads like Gentle Art Sampler 0591 (Coral Reef) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.

Color Harmonies for Gentle Art Sampler 0591

Gentle Art Sampler threads that pair well with 0591, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Reds Family

Gentle Art Sampler 0591 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About Gentle Art Sampler 0591

Meet Gentle Art Sampler 0591, Coral Reef — a highly saturated, light thread in the reds family with true red tones. Its tone is gentle and clear, making it a popular choice for roses and hearts. It pairs nicely in designs that call for holiday designs or bold accents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gentle Art Sampler 0591 — what color is it?

The color of Gentle Art Sampler 0591 is Coral Reef — a light red thread (hex #FC857F, RGB 252, 133, 127). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.

What is the DMC equivalent of Gentle Art Sampler 0591?

The closest DMC match for Gentle Art Sampler 0591 (Coral Reef) is DMC 352 (Coral light) with a 73% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 760 (Salmon, 68%) and DMC 3341 (Apricot, 67%).

Which Gentle Art Sampler threads are close to 0591?

The closest Gentle Art Sampler threads to 0591 are 0720 Victorian Pink (ΔE 9.2), 0550 Burnt Orange (ΔE 9.38), and 0760 Poppy (ΔE 9.39). These are useful substitutes when 0591 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Gentle Art Sampler 0591 good for?

Gentle Art Sampler 0591 (Coral Reef) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 0591.

Does Gentle Art Sampler 0591 (Coral Reef) vary between dye lots?

Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 0591 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.