3000 — Garnet
Pinks family#AD0736
J&P Coates 3000 (Garnet) is a medium-dark, highly saturated pink shade with hex code #AD0736 and RGB values 173, 7, 54. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, 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 3000
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 3000
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3000
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like J&P Coates 3000 (Garnet) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because J&P Coates 3021 (Christmas Red Dark) is so near (ΔE 2.91), 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 3000
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3000, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
J&P Coates3000 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 3000
J&P Coates 3000 is the floss known as Garnet: a highly saturated, medium-dark member of the pinks family with rose pink tones. Its deep and vivid presence shines in flamingo designs and tulip blooms alike. Pull this thread for cosmetics-themed designs or rose buds when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does J&P Coates 3000 look like?
J&P Coates 3000 (Garnet) is a medium-dark shade in the pinks family with hex #AD0736 and RGB 173, 7, 54. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 3000?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3000 (Garnet) is DMC 326 (Rose very deep) with a 92% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3831 (Raspberry dark, 91%) and DMC 309 (Rose deep, 90%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 3000?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3000 are 3021 Christmas Red Dark (ΔE 2.91), 3401 China Rose (ΔE 3.68), and 3044 Garnet Dark (ΔE 4.34). These are useful substitutes when 3000 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use J&P Coates 3000?
Reach for J&P Coates 3000 (Garnet) when your project calls for blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects. Its medium-dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 3000.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3000 (Garnet)?
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, 3000 has a contrast ratio of about 7.3:1 on white fabric and 2.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.