J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

2334 — Blaze Medium

Reds family

Need details on J&P Coates 2334? This medium, highly saturated red shade (Blaze Medium) is hex #FF0000, RGB 255, 0, 0. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby J&P Coates shades and color-theory harmony pairings.

Hex
#FF0000
RGB
255, 0, 0
HSL
0°, 100%, 50%
Lab
53.2, 80.1, 67.2
Lightness
50%
Medium
Saturation
100%
Vivid
Hue
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2334

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

J&P Coates 2334 Blaze Medium

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2334

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

Working with J&P Coates 2334

On white fabric
4:1
On dark fabric
5.3:1
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

With its high saturation, J&P Coates 2334 (Blaze 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 2334

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2334, 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 2334 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About J&P Coates 2334

Known as Blaze Medium, J&P Coates 2334 is a medium, highly saturated shade sitting in the reds family with true red tones. With a vibrant and steady quality, this thread works beautifully in ladybug designs and barn scenes. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tomato patterns and roses.

Frequently Asked Questions

J&P Coates 2334 — what color is it?

The color of J&P Coates 2334 is Blaze Medium — a medium red thread (hex #FF0000, RGB 255, 0, 0). It shows up most in berries and valentines.

What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 2334?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2334 (Blaze Medium) is DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 608 (Burnt Orange, 77%) and DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red, 70%).

Which J&P Coates threads are close to 2334?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 2334 are 2329 Blaze Medium Light (ΔE 9.18), 2330 Melon Dark (ΔE 10.94), and 2332 Blaze Light (ΔE 10.94). These are useful substitutes when 2334 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is J&P Coates 2334 good for?

J&P Coates 2334 (Blaze Medium) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2334.

What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2334 (Blaze Medium)?

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 2334 has a contrast ratio of about 4:1 on white fabric and 5.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.