J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

4107 — Violet Very Dark

Pinks family

Need details on J&P Coates 4107? This dark, vivid pink shade (Violet Very Dark) is hex #6D1261, RGB 109, 18, 97. 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.

Hex
#6D1261
RGB
109, 18, 97
HSL
308°, 72%, 25%
Lab
25.4, 46.7, -23.8
Lightness
25%
Dark
Saturation
72%
Rich
Hue
308°
Family
Pinks

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 4107

Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works

J&P Coates 4107 Violet Very Dark

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 4107

Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with J&P Coates 4107

On white fabric
11:1
On dark fabric
1.9:1
Temperature
cool
Closest to
plum

It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.

Bold accents & focal points

With its high saturation, J&P Coates 4107 (Violet Very Dark) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.

Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 4107

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 4107, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Pinks Family

J&P Coates 4107 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.

About J&P Coates 4107

Known as Violet Very Dark, J&P Coates 4107 is a dark, vivid shade sitting in the pinks family with orchid-toned tones. With a dramatic and vivid quality, this thread works beautifully in tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring rose buds and florals.

Frequently Asked Questions

J&P Coates 4107 — what color is it?

The color of J&P Coates 4107 is Violet Very Dark — a dark pink thread (hex #6D1261, RGB 109, 18, 97). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.

What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 4107?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 4107 (Violet Very Dark) is DMC 34 (Dark Fuchsia) with a 70% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 327 (Violet, 68%) and DMC 35 (Very Dark Fuchsia, 60%).

Which J&P Coates threads are close to 4107?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 4107 are 4101 Violet Medium Dark (ΔE 11.99), 3044 Carmine Rose Very Dark (ΔE 13.21), and 7024 Ocean Blue Dark (ΔE 13.61). These are useful substitutes when 4107 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is J&P Coates 4107 good for?

J&P Coates 4107 (Violet Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 4107.

What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 4107 (Violet Very Dark)?

It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground. For reference, 4107 has a contrast ratio of about 11:1 on white fabric and 1.9:1 on black. As a cool shade, its cool cast recedes visually — useful for backgrounds, shadows, water and sky, and calm, restful palettes.