Gentle Art Sampler Threads

1120 — Cherry Bark

Reds family

Looking up Gentle Art Sampler 1120? It's Cherry Bark, a medium red shade (#AA5750 / RGB 170, 87, 80). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Gentle Art Sampler alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#AA5750
RGB
170, 87, 80
HSL
5°, 36%, 49%
Lab
46.9, 33.2, 19.6
Lightness
49%
Medium
Saturation
36%
Muted
Hue
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for Gentle Art Sampler 1120

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

Gentle Art Sampler 1120 Cherry Bark

Sullivans

Rosewood Light 45457 79% Approx
Desert Sand 45334 75% Approx
Clay Brown (3773) 45088 71% Approx
Desert Sand Medium 45387 71% Approx
Terra Cotta Light 45391 68% Approx

Crescent Colours

Red Currant 182 84% Good
Calico Kitty 096 79% Approx
Tennesee Red Clay 131 72% Approx
Candied Yams 006 70% Approx
Crab Cakes 080 66% Approx

Similar Gentle Art Sampler Colors to 1120

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

Working with Gentle Art Sampler 1120

On white fabric
5:1
On dark fabric
4.2:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
rose

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.

Hand-dyed notes

As a hand-dyed floss, Gentle Art Sampler 1120 (Cherry Bark) 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 1120

Gentle Art Sampler threads that pair well with 1120, 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 1120 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About Gentle Art Sampler 1120

Gentle Art Sampler 1120 (Cherry Bark) is a medium, moderately saturated shade in the reds family with true red tones. Expect a rich and warm look that suits valentines, poppies, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching cardinal birds or apple motifs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Gentle Art Sampler 1120 look like?

Gentle Art Sampler 1120 (Cherry Bark) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #AA5750 and RGB 170, 87, 80. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring roses and hearts.

Which DMC thread matches Gentle Art Sampler 1120?

The closest DMC match for Gentle Art Sampler 1120 (Cherry Bark) is DMC 356 (Terra Cotta medium) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3772 (Desert Sand very dark, 68%) and DMC 3328 (Salmon dark, 67%).

What Gentle Art Sampler colors are similar to 1120?

The closest Gentle Art Sampler threads to 1120 are 0350 Mulberry (ΔE 7.68), 0312 Currant (ΔE 8.03), and 0590 Terracotta (ΔE 8.75). These are useful substitutes when 1120 is unavailable or for building gradients.

When should I use Gentle Art Sampler 1120?

Reach for Gentle Art Sampler 1120 (Cherry Bark) when your project calls for roses, hearts, holiday designs, bold accents. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 1120.

Does Gentle Art Sampler 1120 (Cherry Bark) vary between dye lots?

Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 1120 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.