4301 — Lavender Medium
Pinks family
J&P Coates 4301 (Lavender Medium) is a medium, muted pink shade with hex code #945B80 and RGB values 148, 91, 128. 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 4301
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 4301
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 4301
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
J&P Coates 4301 (Lavender Medium) sits a hair from J&P Coates 4092 (Violet) (ΔE 2.56) — 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 4301
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 4301, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
J&P Coates 4301 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 4301
Known as Lavender Medium, J&P Coates 4301 is a medium, muted shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. This thread brings a restrained and earthy 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 4301 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 4301 is Lavender Medium — a medium pink thread (hex #945B80, RGB 148, 91, 128). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 4301?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 4301 (Lavender Medium) is DMC 3836 (Grape light) with a 69% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 553 (Violet, 63%) and DMC 33 (Fuchsia, 56%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 4301?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 4301 are 4092 Violet (ΔE 2.56), 4097 Violet Medium (ΔE 4.77), and 7110 Thistle Medium (ΔE 11.15). These are useful substitutes when 4301 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 4301 good for?
J&P Coates 4301 (Lavender Medium) 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 4301.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 4301 (Lavender Medium)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 4301 has a contrast ratio of about 5.2:1 on white fabric and 4.1:1 on black. As a soft warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.