J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

2329 — Blaze Medium Light

Reds family

J&P Coates 2329 (Blaze Medium Light) is a medium, highly saturated red shade with hex code #CE2B00 and RGB values 206, 43, 0. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and color harmony pairings.

Hex
#CE2B00
RGB
206, 43, 0
HSL
13°, 100%, 40%
Lab
45.4, 61.1, 58.2
Lightness
40%
Medium
Saturation
100%
Vivid
Hue
13°
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2329

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

J&P Coates 2329 Blaze Medium Light

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2329

Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with J&P Coates 2329

On white fabric
5.3:1
On dark fabric
4:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
red

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

Bold accents & focal points

Saturated shades like J&P Coates 2329 (Blaze Medium Light) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.

Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2329

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2329, 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

J&P Coates 2329 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About J&P Coates 2329

J&P Coates 2329 (Blaze Medium Light) is a medium, highly saturated shade in the reds family with red-orange tones. This thread brings a rich and lively presence to projects featuring valentines or poppies. Look for it in charts that feature cardinal birds or apple motifs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does J&P Coates 2329 look like?

J&P Coates 2329 (Blaze Medium Light) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #CE2B00 and RGB 206, 43, 0. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring roses and hearts.

Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 2329?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2329 (Blaze Medium Light) is DMC 720 (Orange Spice dark) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 900 (Burnt Orange dark, 75%) and DMC 921 (Copper, 68%).

What J&P Coates colors are similar to 2329?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 2329 are 2339 Brick Ultra Dark (ΔE 4.49), 2322 Apricot Dark (ΔE 9.07), and 2334 Blaze Medium (ΔE 9.18). These are useful substitutes when 2329 is unavailable or for building gradients.

When should I use J&P Coates 2329?

Reach for J&P Coates 2329 (Blaze Medium Light) 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 2329.

What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2329 (Blaze Medium Light)?

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 2329 has a contrast ratio of about 5.3:1 on white fabric and 4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.