0981 — Storm Clouds
Blacks family
Gentle Art Sampler 0981 (Storm Clouds) is a dark, subdued black shade with hex code #2F2F2E and RGB values 47, 47, 46. Below you'll find the closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Gentle Art Sampler shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Gentle Art Sampler 0981
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Gentle Art Sampler Colors to 0981
Closest Gentle Art Sampler threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Gentle Art Sampler 0981
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Gentle Art Sampler 0981 (Storm Clouds) is dark enough to define edges: stitchers reach for shades like it when a design needs crisp backstitch outlines or readable text.
Hand-dyed threads like Gentle Art Sampler 0981 (Storm Clouds) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Gentle Art Sampler 0981 (Storm Clouds) sits a hair from Gentle Art Sampler 1060 (Cast Iron Skillet) (ΔE 2.86) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Gentle Art Sampler 0981
Gentle Art Sampler threads that pair well with 0981, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blacks Family
Gentle Art Sampler 0981 in context with nearby shades from the blacks color family.
About Gentle Art Sampler 0981
Known as Storm Clouds, Gentle Art Sampler 0981 is a dark, subdued shade sitting in the blacks family. This thread brings a dramatic and quiet presence to projects featuring dramatic backgrounds or wrought iron. Look for it in charts that feature night skies or silhouettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gentle Art Sampler 0981 — what color is it?
The color of Gentle Art Sampler 0981 is Storm Clouds — a dark black thread (hex #2F2F2E, RGB 47, 47, 46). It shows up most in gothic accents and shadow textures.
What is the DMC equivalent of Gentle Art Sampler 0981?
The closest DMC match for Gentle Art Sampler 0981 (Storm Clouds) is DMC 3799 (Pewter Grey very dark) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3371 (Black Brown, 73%) and DMC 844 (Beaver Grey ultra dark, 71%).
Which Gentle Art Sampler threads are close to 0981?
The closest Gentle Art Sampler threads to 0981 are 1060 Cast Iron Skillet (ΔE 2.86), 0980 Lagoon (ΔE 8.37), and 0391 Witching Hour (ΔE 9.52). These are useful substitutes when 0981 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Gentle Art Sampler 0981 good for?
Gentle Art Sampler 0981 (Storm Clouds) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring gothic accents, shadow textures, outlines, lettering. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 0981.
Is Gentle Art Sampler 0981 (Storm Clouds) good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like 0981 are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.