3337 — Apricot Very Dark
Reds family
Need details on J&P Coates 3337? This medium-light, moderately saturated red shade (Apricot Very Dark) is hex #C55E58, RGB 197, 94, 88. 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 3337
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 3337
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3337
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 3337
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3337, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates 3337 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 3337
Known as Apricot Very Dark, J&P Coates 3337 is a medium-light, moderately saturated shade sitting in the reds family with true red tones. With a easygoing and clear quality, this thread works beautifully in ladybug designs and barn scenes. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tomato patterns and roses.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 3337 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 3337 is Apricot Very Dark — a medium-light red thread (hex #C55E58, RGB 197, 94, 88). It shows up most in berries and valentines.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 3337?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3337 (Apricot Very Dark) is DMC 3712 (Salmon medium) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3778 (Terra Cotta light, 80%) and DMC 21 (Light Alizarin, 76%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 3337?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3337 are 3241 Rose Wine Medium Dark (ΔE 3.66), 3242 Rose Wine Dark (ΔE 6.19), and 3883 Copper Medium (ΔE 6.39). These are useful substitutes when 3337 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 3337 good for?
J&P Coates 3337 (Apricot Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 3337.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3337 (Apricot Very Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 3337 has a contrast ratio of about 4.1:1 on white fabric and 5.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.