3081 — Antique Mauve Medium
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Discontinued. J&P Coates no longer makes 3081. It stays here because older patterns still call for it — the matches below show what to stitch instead.
J&P Coates 3081 (Antique Mauve Medium) is a light, vivid pink shade with hex code #DC8D8D and RGB values 220, 141, 141. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 3081
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 3081
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3081
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 3081
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3081, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
J&P Coates3081 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 3081
Known as Antique Mauve Medium, J&P Coates 3081 is a light, vivid shade sitting in the pinks family. This thread brings a gentle and clear presence to projects featuring tulip blooms or cosmetics-themed designs. Look for it in charts that feature rose buds or florals.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 3081 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 3081 is Antique Mauve Medium — a light pink thread (hex #DC8D8D, RGB 220, 141, 141). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 3081?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3081 (Antique Mauve Medium) is DMC 224 (Shell Pink very light) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 152 (Shell Pink medium light, 80%) and DMC 760 (Salmon, 71%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 3081?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3081 are 3126 Antique Rose Medium Light (ΔE 6.23), 3240 Rose Wine Medium (ΔE 6.24), and 3011 Salmon Medium (ΔE 6.99). These are useful substitutes when 3081 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 3081 good for?
J&P Coates 3081 (Antique Mauve Medium) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 3081.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3081 (Antique Mauve Medium)?
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, 3081 has a contrast ratio of about 2.5:1 on white fabric and 8.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.