J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

5936 — Fawn Very Dark

Reds family

J&P Coates 5936 (Fawn Very Dark) is a medium, vivid red shade with hex code #A24D34 and RGB values 162, 77, 52. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and color harmony pairings.

Hex
#A24D34
RGB
162, 77, 52
HSL
14°, 51%, 42%
Lab
43.1, 33.2, 31.1
Lightness
42%
Medium
Saturation
51%
Rich
Hue
14°
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 5936

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

J&P Coates 5936 Fawn Very Dark

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 5936

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

Working with J&P Coates 5936

On white fabric
5.8:1
On dark fabric
3.6:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
rust

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 5936

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 5936, 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

Reds Family

J&P Coates 5936 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About J&P Coates 5936

J&P Coates 5936 is the floss known as Fawn Very Dark: a vivid, medium member of the reds family with red-orange tones. Its rich and lively presence shines in apple motifs and ladybug designs alike. Pull this thread for barn scenes or tomato patterns when you need a dependable shade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does J&P Coates 5936 look like?

J&P Coates 5936 (Fawn Very Dark) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #A24D34 and RGB 162, 77, 52. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring bold accents and berries.

Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 5936?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 5936 (Fawn Very Dark) is DMC 301 (Mahogany medium) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 920 (Copper medium, 80%) and DMC 3826 (Golden Brown, 75%).

What J&P Coates colors are similar to 5936?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 5936 are 5579 Chicory Dark (ΔE 3.35), 5349 Bark Medium Dark (ΔE 4.54), and 2339 Brick Ultra Dark (ΔE 6.33). These are useful substitutes when 5936 is unavailable or for building gradients.

When should I use J&P Coates 5936?

Reach for J&P Coates 5936 (Fawn Very Dark) when your project calls for bold accents, berries, valentines, poppies. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 5936.

What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 5936 (Fawn Very 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, 5936 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.