1002 — Off White
Oranges family#EEE1C7
Need details on J&P Coates 1002? This very light, vivid orange shade (Off White) is hex #EEE1C7, RGB 238, 225, 199. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby J&P Coates shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 1002
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar J&P Coates Colors to 1002
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 1002
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
For skin, hands, and faces, J&P Coates 1002 (Off White) is a plausible mid-value — pair it with a highlight and a shadow tone from the same family for believable modeling.
Its nearest neighbor, J&P Coates 5369 (Ecru), is barely a step away (ΔE 2.68). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 1002
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 1002, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
J&P Coates1002 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About J&P Coates 1002
A very light, vivid entry in the oranges family, J&P Coates 1002 carries the name Off White with golden orange tones. Stitchers describe its character as fresh and luminous, perfect for pumpkins and marigolds. It blends comfortably into projects centered on fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is J&P Coates 1002?
J&P Coates 1002 is called Off White. It's a very light orange shade (hex #EEE1C7, RGB 238, 225, 199) in the oranges family, commonly used for persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for J&P Coates 1002?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 1002 (Off White) is DMC ECRU (Ecru) with a 95% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 712 (Cream, 90%) and DMC 822 (Beige Grey light, 84%).
What's a good substitute for J&P Coates 1002?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 1002 are 5369 Ecru (ΔE 2.68), 5831 Linen (ΔE 3.03), and 2292 Golden Yellow Very Light (ΔE 3.7). These are useful substitutes when 1002 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use J&P Coates 1002?
Cross-stitchers pull J&P Coates 1002 (Off White) for charts featuring persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, sunsets, warm accents. The very light tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 1002 (Off White)?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 1002 has a contrast ratio of about 1.3:1 on white fabric and 16.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.