3012 — Blush Dark
Reds family
J&P Coates 3012 (Blush Dark) is a medium-light, highly saturated red shade with hex code #F13154 and RGB values 241, 49, 84. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 3012
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 3012
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3012
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
J&P Coates 3012 (Blush Dark) 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 3283 (Blossom Pink Medium), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.7). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 3012
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3012, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates 3012 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 3012
Blush Dark (catalog code J&P Coates 3012) is a medium-light, highly saturated shade from the reds family with warm crimson tones. This thread brings a fresh and confident presence to projects featuring cardinal birds or apple motifs. Look for it in charts that feature ladybug designs or barn scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is J&P Coates 3012?
J&P Coates 3012 is called Blush Dark. It's a medium-light red shade (hex #F13154, RGB 241, 49, 84) in the reds family, commonly used for holiday designs, bold accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3012?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3012 (Blush Dark) is DMC 892 (Carnation medium) with a 92% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3705 (Melon dark, 87%) and DMC 891 (Carnation dark, 84%).
What's a good substitute for J&P Coates 3012?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3012 are 3283 Blossom Pink Medium (ΔE 1.7), 3111 Salmon Medium Dark (ΔE 2.25), and 2335 Salmon Dark (ΔE 4.29). These are useful substitutes when 3012 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use J&P Coates 3012?
Cross-stitchers pull J&P Coates 3012 (Blush Dark) for charts featuring holiday designs, bold accents, berries, valentines. The medium-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 3012 (Blush Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 3012 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.