2293 — Citrus
Yellows family
Looking up J&P Coates 2293? It's Citrus, a light yellow shade (#FFEFAA / RGB 255, 239, 170). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close J&P Coates alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2293
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2293
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 2293
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Saturated shades like J&P Coates 2293 (Citrus) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because J&P Coates 2289 (Jonquil Light) is so near (ΔE 1.46), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2293
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2293, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Yellows Family
J&P Coates 2293 in context with nearby shades from the yellows color family.
About J&P Coates 2293
J&P Coates 2293 (Citrus) is a light, highly saturated shade in the yellows family with warm gold tones. Expect a soft and lively look that suits honey themes, wheat fields, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching daffodils or lemon motifs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does J&P Coates 2293 look like?
J&P Coates 2293 (Citrus) is a light shade in the yellows family with hex #FFEFAA and RGB 255, 239, 170. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring sunflowers and highlights.
Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 2293?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2293 (Citrus) is DMC 3823 (Yellow ultra pale) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3078 (Golden Yellow very light, 85%) and DMC 745 (Yellow light pale, 70%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 2293?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 2293 are 2289 Jonquil Light (ΔE 1.46), 2288 Canary Yellow Light (ΔE 5.4), and 5372 Sand Stone (ΔE 5.59). These are useful substitutes when 2293 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use J&P Coates 2293?
Reach for J&P Coates 2293 (Citrus) when your project calls for sunflowers, highlights, warm backgrounds, golden accents. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2293.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2293 (Citrus)?
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, 2293 has a contrast ratio of about 1.2:1 on white fabric and 18.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.