0891 — Amethyst
Reds family#8F736E
Below: Gentle Art Sampler 0891 (Amethyst), a medium, subdued red shade with hex #8F736E and RGB 143, 115, 110. Find its closest Weeks Dye Works, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Gentle Art Sampler shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Gentle Art Sampler 0891
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 0891
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 0891
Closest Gentle Art Sampler threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Gentle Art Sampler 0891
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Gentle Art Sampler 0891 (Amethyst) 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 0891
Gentle Art Sampler threads that pair well with 0891, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Gentle Art Sampler0891 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Gentle Art Sampler 0891
Known as Amethyst, Gentle Art Sampler 0891 is a medium, subdued shade sitting in the reds family with red-orange tones. The restrained and earthy mood of this color makes it a natural fit for bold accents and berries. Expect to see it used in valentines and poppies across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gentle Art Sampler 0891 — what color is it?
The color of Gentle Art Sampler 0891 is Amethyst — a medium red thread (hex #8F736E, RGB 143, 115, 110). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Gentle Art Sampler 0891?
The closest DMC match for Gentle Art Sampler 0891 (Amethyst) is DMC 3861 (Cocoa light) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 451 (Shell Grey dark, 66%) and DMC 841 (Beige Brown light, 63%).
Which Gentle Art Sampler threads are close to 0891?
The closest Gentle Art Sampler threads to 0891 are 0893 French Lilac (ΔE 5.56), 1080 Driftwood (ΔE 6.52), and 0116 Old Covered Bridge (ΔE 7.48). These are useful substitutes when 0891 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Gentle Art Sampler 0891 good for?
Gentle Art Sampler 0891 (Amethyst) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses, hearts. 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 0891.
Does Gentle Art Sampler 0891 (Amethyst) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 0891 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.