7004 — Blueberry Light
Whites family#E6ECE8
Discontinued. J&P Coates no longer makes 7004. It stays here because older patterns still call for it — the matches below show what to stitch instead.
J&P Coates 7004 — Blueberry Light — has hex #E6ECE8 and RGB 230, 236, 232. This very light, subdued white thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 7004
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar J&P Coates Colors to 7004
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 7004
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Reach for J&P Coates 7004 (Blueberry Light) where a design needs lift — highlights, whites-on-white detail, and airy backgrounds that keep a busy palette from feeling heavy.
J&P Coates 7004 (Blueberry Light) sits a hair from J&P Coates 4220 (Amethyst Light) (ΔE 2.82) — 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 7004
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 7004, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Whites Family
J&P Coates7004 in context with nearby shades from the whites color family.
About J&P Coates 7004
Meet J&P Coates 7004, Blueberry Light — a subdued, very light thread in the whites family. Its tone is soft and quiet, making it a popular choice for snow and highlights. It pairs nicely in designs that call for light backgrounds or lacework details.
Frequently Asked Questions
J&P Coates 7004 — what color is it?
The color of J&P Coates 7004 is Blueberry Light — a very light white thread (hex #E6ECE8, RGB 230, 236, 232). It shows up most in dove designs and polar bear motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 7004?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 7004 (Blueberry Light) is DMC 3865 (Winter White) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC BLANC (White, 73%) and DMC 3756 (Baby Blue ultra very light, 72%).
Which J&P Coates threads are close to 7004?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 7004 are 4220 Amethyst Light (ΔE 2.82), 8510 Charcoal Grey Light (ΔE 3.03), and 7031 Antique Blue Ultra Light (ΔE 3.21). These are useful substitutes when 7004 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is J&P Coates 7004 good for?
J&P Coates 7004 (Blueberry Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring dove designs, polar bear motifs, pearl accents, cotton patterns. Its very light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 7004.
Can J&P Coates 7004 (Blueberry Light) be used for highlights?
7004 is light enough to read as a highlight and near-white filler. Use it for snow, porcelain, lacework, and the small glints that give a piece dimension.