3004 — China Rose
Pinks family
Below: J&P Coates 3004 (China Rose), a medium, vivid pink shade with hex #BC1641 and RGB 188, 22, 65. Find its closest Madeira, Sullivans, and Cosmo matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 3004
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 3004
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3004
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 3004 (China Rose) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
J&P Coates 3004 (China Rose) sits a hair from J&P Coates 3056 (China Rose) (ΔE 0) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 3004
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3004, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
J&P Coates 3004 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 3004
Meet J&P Coates 3004, China Rose — a vivid, medium thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. The vibrant and steady character of this shade lends itself well to florals and skin tones. Stitchers frequently choose it for romantic motifs and blush accents in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 3004 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 3004 is China Rose — a medium pink thread (hex #BC1641, RGB 188, 22, 65). It shows up most in peony petals and flamingo designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 3004?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3004 (China Rose) is DMC 309 (Rose deep) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3831 (Raspberry dark, 81%) and DMC 326 (Rose very deep, 77%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 3004?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3004 are 3056 China Rose (ΔE 0), 3401 China Rose (ΔE 0), and 3013 Peony Medium Dark (ΔE 2.41). These are useful substitutes when 3004 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 3004 good for?
J&P Coates 3004 (China Rose) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring peony petals, flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs. 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 3004.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3004 (China Rose)?
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, 3004 has a contrast ratio of about 6.3:1 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.