3008 — Salmon Medium Light
Pinks family#FF9D90
Discontinued. J&P Coates no longer makes 3008. It stays here because older patterns still call for it — the matches below show what to stitch instead.
Need details on J&P Coates 3008? This light, highly saturated pink shade (Salmon Medium Light) is hex #FF9D90, RGB 255, 157, 144. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby J&P Coates shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 3008
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 3008
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3008
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
J&P Coates 3008 (Salmon Medium Light) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Its nearest neighbor, J&P Coates 3069 (Peony Medium Light), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.48). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 3008
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3008, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
J&P Coates3008 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 3008
A light, highly saturated entry in the pinks family, J&P Coates 3008 carries the name Salmon Medium Light. Stitchers describe its character as fresh and easy, perfect for cherry blossoms and ballet themes. It blends comfortably into projects centered on baby projects and peony petals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is J&P Coates 3008?
J&P Coates 3008 is called Salmon Medium Light. It's a light pink shade (hex #FF9D90, RGB 255, 157, 144) in the pinks family, commonly used for rose buds, florals, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3008?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3008 (Salmon Medium Light) is DMC 353 (Peach) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3824 (Apricot light, 79%) and DMC 3779 (Terra Cotta ultra very light, 71%).
What's a good substitute for J&P Coates 3008?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3008 are 3069 Peony Medium Light (ΔE 1.48), 3281 Carnation Very Light (ΔE 6.31), and 3868 Flesh Medium (ΔE 6.61). These are useful substitutes when 3008 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use J&P Coates 3008?
Cross-stitchers pull J&P Coates 3008 (Salmon Medium Light) for charts featuring rose buds, florals, skin tones, romantic motifs. The light tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3008 (Salmon Medium Light)?
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, 3008 has a contrast ratio of about 2:1 on white fabric and 10.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.