3044 — Carmine Rose Very Dark
Pinks family
Looking up J&P Coates 3044? It's Carmine Rose Very Dark, a medium-dark pink shade (#A20058 / RGB 162, 0, 88). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close J&P Coates alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 3044
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 3044
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3044
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 3044 (Carmine Rose Very Dark) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
J&P Coates 3044 (Carmine Rose Very Dark) sits a hair from J&P Coates 4089 (Orchid Dark) (ΔE 2.66) — 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 3044
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3044, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
J&P Coates 3044 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 3044
Meet J&P Coates 3044, Carmine Rose Very Dark — a highly saturated, medium-dark thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. The shade reads as intense and saturated — a go-to choice for florals and skin tones. It also turns up in patterns built around romantic motifs and blush accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 3044 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 3044 is Carmine Rose Very Dark — a medium-dark pink thread (hex #A20058, RGB 162, 0, 88). It shows up most in peony petals and flamingo designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 3044?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3044 (Carmine Rose Very Dark) is DMC 917 (Plum medium) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 718 (Plum, 74%) and DMC 3804 (Cyclamen Pink dark, 71%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 3044?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3044 are 4089 Orchid Dark (ΔE 2.66), 3000 Cherry Red Medium (ΔE 5.14), and 3021 Cherry Red Medium (ΔE 5.14). These are useful substitutes when 3044 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 3044 good for?
J&P Coates 3044 (Carmine Rose Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring peony petals, flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 3044.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3044 (Carmine Rose Very Dark)?
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, 3044 has a contrast ratio of about 7.8:1 on white fabric and 2.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.