3071 — Peony Medium
Reds family
J&P Coates 3071 — Peony Medium — has hex #BC4055 and RGB 188, 64, 85. This medium, moderately saturated red thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 3071
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 3071
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3071
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 3071
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3071, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates 3071 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 3071
Meet J&P Coates 3071, Peony Medium — a moderately saturated, medium thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. Its tone is steady and rich, making it a popular choice for roses and hearts. It pairs nicely in designs that call for holiday designs or bold accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 3071 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 3071 is Peony Medium — a medium red thread (hex #BC4055, RGB 188, 64, 85). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 3071?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3071 (Peony Medium) is DMC 3832 (Raspberry medium) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3731 (Dusty Rose very dark, 86%) and DMC 3328 (Salmon dark, 79%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 3071?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3071 are 2326 Terra Cotta Medium Dark (ΔE 3.46), 3340 Terra Cotta Dark (ΔE 4.47), and 3046 Crimson Red (ΔE 4.6). These are useful substitutes when 3071 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 3071 good for?
J&P Coates 3071 (Peony Medium) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 3071.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3071 (Peony Medium)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 3071 has a contrast ratio of about 5.2:1 on white fabric and 4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.