2324 — Apricot Medium
Reds family
J&P Coates 2324 (Apricot Medium) is a medium-light, highly saturated red shade with hex code #FF7361 and RGB values 255, 115, 97. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2324
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 2324
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 2324
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, J&P Coates 2324 (Apricot Medium) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2324
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2324, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates 2324 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 2324
Meet J&P Coates 2324, Apricot Medium — a highly saturated, medium-light thread in the reds family with true red tones. Its crisp and versatile presence shines in roses and hearts alike. Pull this thread for holiday designs or bold accents when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 2324 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 2324 is Apricot Medium — a medium-light red thread (hex #FF7361, RGB 255, 115, 97). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 2324?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2324 (Apricot Medium) is DMC 352 (Coral light) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3341 (Apricot, 82%) and DMC 3340 (Apricot medium, 76%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 2324?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 2324 are 2338 Brick Dark (ΔE 5.25), 3336 Cinnamon Medium (ΔE 6.21), and 2337 Chicory Medium (ΔE 7.12). These are useful substitutes when 2324 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 2324 good for?
J&P Coates 2324 (Apricot Medium) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2324.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2324 (Apricot Medium)?
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first. For reference, 2324 has a contrast ratio of about 2.7:1 on white fabric and 7.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.