3046 — Christmas Red Bright
Reds family#E40719
Need details on J&P Coates 3046? This medium, highly saturated red shade (Christmas Red Bright) is hex #E40719, RGB 228, 7, 25. 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 3046
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 3046
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3046
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Saturated shades like J&P Coates 3046 (Christmas Red Bright) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because J&P Coates 2334 (Bright Orange Red) is so near (ΔE 2.28), 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 3046
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3046, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates3046 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 3046
J&P Coates 3046 is the floss known as Christmas Red Bright: a highly saturated, medium member of the reds family with warm crimson tones. Stitchers describe its character as rich and lively, perfect for holiday designs and bold accents. It blends comfortably into projects centered on berries and valentines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does J&P Coates 3046 look like?
J&P Coates 3046 (Christmas Red Bright) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #E40719 and RGB 228, 7, 25. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.
Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 3046?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3046 (Christmas Red Bright) is DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red) with a 92% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 350 (Coral medium, 76%) and DMC 900 (Burnt Orange dark, 74%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 3046?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3046 are 2334 Bright Orange Red (ΔE 2.28), 2329 Blaze Medium Light (ΔE 6.41), and 2322 Apricot Dark (ΔE 6.44). These are useful substitutes when 3046 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use J&P Coates 3046?
Reach for J&P Coates 3046 (Christmas Red Bright) when your project calls for ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 3046.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3046 (Christmas Red Bright)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 3046 has a contrast ratio of about 4.8:1 on white fabric and 4.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.