3068 — Peony Light
Reds family
Looking up J&P Coates 3068? It's Peony Light, a very light red shade (#FFC9BC / RGB 255, 201, 188). 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 3068
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 3068
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3068
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
J&P Coates 3068 (Peony 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 3080 (Wineberry Light), is barely a step away (ΔE 0.9). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 3068
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3068, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates 3068 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 3068
A very light, highly saturated entry in the reds family, J&P Coates 3068 carries the name Peony Light with red-orange tones. The shade reads as fresh and luminous — a go-to choice for barn scenes and tomato patterns. It also turns up in patterns built around roses and hearts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is J&P Coates 3068?
J&P Coates 3068 is called Peony Light. It's a very light red shade (hex #FFC9BC, RGB 255, 201, 188) in the reds family, commonly used for valentines, poppies, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3068?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3068 (Peony Light) is DMC 225 (Shell Pink ultra very light) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 967 (Apricot very light, 80%) and DMC 3713 (Salmon very light, 74%).
What's a good substitute for J&P Coates 3068?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3068 are 3080 Wineberry Light (ΔE 0.9), 3006 Salmon Very Light (ΔE 1.57), and 3239 Rose Wine (ΔE 3.81). These are useful substitutes when 3068 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use J&P Coates 3068?
Cross-stitchers pull J&P Coates 3068 (Peony Light) for charts featuring valentines, poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs. The very 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 3068 (Peony Light)?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 3068 has a contrast ratio of about 1.5:1 on white fabric and 14.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.