3340 — Terra Cotta Dark
Reds family
Below: J&P Coates 3340 (Terra Cotta Dark), a medium, moderately saturated red shade with hex #A8444C and RGB 168, 68, 76. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colours matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 3340
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 3340
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3340
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 3340
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3340, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates 3340 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 3340
J&P Coates 3340 (Terra Cotta Dark) is a medium, moderately saturated shade in the reds family with warm crimson tones. The rich and warm mood of this color makes it a natural fit for tomato patterns and roses. Expect to see it used in hearts and holiday designs across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does J&P Coates 3340 look like?
J&P Coates 3340 (Terra Cotta Dark) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #A8444C and RGB 168, 68, 76. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring poppies and cardinal birds.
Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 3340?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3340 (Terra Cotta Dark) is DMC 3722 (Shell Pink medium) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3328 (Salmon dark, 74%) and DMC 3832 (Raspberry medium, 71%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 3340?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3340 are 2326 Terra Cotta Medium Dark (ΔE 3.24), 3071 Peony Medium (ΔE 4.47), and 3242 Rose Wine Dark (ΔE 4.54). These are useful substitutes when 3340 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use J&P Coates 3340?
Reach for J&P Coates 3340 (Terra Cotta Dark) when your project calls for poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 3340.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3340 (Terra Cotta 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, 3340 has a contrast ratio of about 5.8:1 on white fabric and 3.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.