3000 — Cherry Red Medium
Pinks family
J&P Coates 3000 (Cherry Red Medium) is a medium-dark, highly saturated pink shade with hex code #BB0061 and RGB values 187, 0, 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 3000
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 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 (Cherry Red Medium) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because J&P Coates 3021 (Cherry Red Medium) is so near (ΔE 0), 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 Coates 3000 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 3000
J&P Coates 3000 is the floss known as Cherry Red Medium: 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 (Cherry Red Medium) is a medium-dark shade in the pinks family with hex #BB0061 and RGB 187, 0, 97. 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 (Cherry Red Medium) is DMC 3804 (Cyclamen Pink dark) with a 94% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3687 (Mauve, 71%) and DMC 601 (Cranberry dark, 71%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 3000?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3000 are 3021 Cherry Red Medium (ΔE 0), 3410 Cherry Red (ΔE 0.24), and 4089 Orchid Dark (ΔE 2.92). 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 (Cherry Red Medium) 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 (Cherry Red 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, 3000 has a contrast ratio of about 6.4:1 on white fabric and 3.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.