0780 — Hibiscus
Pinks family#F47D8F
Looking up Gentle Art Sampler 0780? It's Hibiscus, a light pink shade (#F47D8F / RGB 244, 125, 143). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Gentle Art Sampler alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Gentle Art Sampler 0780
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 0780
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 0780
Closest Gentle Art Sampler threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Gentle Art Sampler 0780
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 Gentle Art Sampler 0780 (Hibiscus) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
As a hand-dyed floss, Gentle Art Sampler 0780 (Hibiscus) 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 0780
Gentle Art Sampler threads that pair well with 0780, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Gentle Art Sampler0780 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Gentle Art Sampler 0780
Gentle Art Sampler 0780 is the floss known as Hibiscus: a highly saturated, light member of the pinks family. The shade reads as soft and lively — a go-to choice for flamingo designs and tulip blooms. It also turns up in patterns built around cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gentle Art Sampler 0780 look like?
Gentle Art Sampler 0780 (Hibiscus) is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #F47D8F and RGB 244, 125, 143. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which DMC thread matches Gentle Art Sampler 0780?
The closest DMC match for Gentle Art Sampler 0780 (Hibiscus) is DMC 894 (Carnation very light) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3708 (Melon light, 83%) and DMC 760 (Salmon, 79%).
What Gentle Art Sampler colors are similar to 0780?
The closest Gentle Art Sampler threads to 0780 are 0370 Poinsettia (ΔE 5.76), 0380 Raspberry Parfait (ΔE 6.6), and 0311 Holly Berry (ΔE 6.63). These are useful substitutes when 0780 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Gentle Art Sampler 0780?
Reach for Gentle Art Sampler 0780 (Hibiscus) 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 0780.
Does Gentle Art Sampler 0780 (Hibiscus) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 0780 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.