3065 — Cranberry Very Dark
Pinks family#BF1052
Need details on J&P Coates 3065? This medium, highly saturated pink shade (Cranberry Very Dark) is hex #BF1052, RGB 191, 16, 82. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and Sullivans 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 3065
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 3065
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3065
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 3065 (Cranberry Very 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.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 3065
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3065, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
J&P Coates3065 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 3065
Cranberry Very Dark (catalog code J&P Coates 3065) is a medium, highly saturated shade from the pinks family with rose pink tones. With a confident and warm quality, this thread works beautifully in peony petals and flamingo designs. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is J&P Coates 3065?
J&P Coates 3065 is called Cranberry Very Dark. It's a medium pink shade (hex #BF1052, RGB 191, 16, 82) in the pinks family, commonly used for romantic motifs, blush accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3065?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3065 (Cranberry Very Dark) is DMC 601 (Cranberry dark) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 600 (Cranberry very dark, 81%) and DMC 3804 (Cyclamen Pink dark, 78%).
What's a good substitute for J&P Coates 3065?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3065 are 3004 Dusty Rose Very Dark (ΔE 4.58), 3410 Cherry Red (ΔE 4.93), and 3401 China Rose (ΔE 4.98). These are useful substitutes when 3065 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use J&P Coates 3065?
Cross-stitchers pull J&P Coates 3065 (Cranberry Very Dark) for charts featuring romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes. The medium 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 3065 (Cranberry 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, 3065 has a contrast ratio of about 6.2:1 on white fabric and 3.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.