3401 — China Rose
Pinks family
J&P Coates 3401 — China Rose — has hex #BC1641 and RGB 188, 22, 65. This medium, vivid pink thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 3401
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 3401
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 3401
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, J&P Coates 3401 (China Rose) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
J&P Coates 3401 (China Rose) sits a hair from J&P Coates 3004 (China Rose) (ΔE 0) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 3401
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3401, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
J&P Coates 3401 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 3401
Known as China Rose, J&P Coates 3401 is a medium, vivid shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. It has a vibrant and steady feel that suits tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with rose buds or florals for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 3401 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 3401 is China Rose — a medium pink thread (hex #BC1641, RGB 188, 22, 65). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 3401?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3401 (China Rose) is DMC 309 (Rose deep) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3831 (Raspberry dark, 81%) and DMC 326 (Rose very deep, 77%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 3401?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 3401 are 3004 China Rose (ΔE 0), 3056 China Rose (ΔE 0), and 3013 Peony Medium Dark (ΔE 2.41). These are useful substitutes when 3401 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 3401 good for?
J&P Coates 3401 (China Rose) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. 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 3401.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3401 (China Rose)?
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, 3401 has a contrast ratio of about 6.3:1 on white fabric and 3.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.