0114 — Yellow Dark
Oranges family#EC9700
Madeira 0114 (Yellow Dark) is a medium, highly saturated orange shade with hex code #EC9700 and RGB values 236, 151, 0. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Madeira shades and color harmony pairings.
About Madeira 0114
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0114
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Madeira Colors to 0114
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0114
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, Madeira 0114 (Yellow Dark) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Madeira 0114 (Yellow Dark) sits a hair from Madeira 0201 (Tangerine Light) (ΔE 3.06) — 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 Madeira 0114
Madeira threads that pair well with 0114, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Madeira0114 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Madeira 0114
Known as Yellow Dark, Madeira 0114 is a medium, highly saturated shade sitting in the oranges family with golden orange tones. This thread brings a vibrant and steady presence to projects featuring seasonal designs or pumpkins. Look for it in charts that feature marigolds or fall wreaths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 0114 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 0114 is Yellow Dark — a medium orange thread (hex #EC9700, RGB 236, 151, 0). It shows up most in monarch butterflies and persimmon patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0114?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0114 (Yellow Dark) is DMC 972 (Canary deep) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 742 (Tangerine light, 79%) and DMC 3820 (Straw dark, 76%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0114?
The closest Madeira threads to 0114 are 0201 Tangerine Light (ΔE 3.06), 0203 Tangerine Medium (ΔE 6.6), and 2514 Golden Brown Medium (ΔE 7.52). These are useful substitutes when 0114 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 0114 good for?
Madeira 0114 (Yellow Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring monarch butterflies, persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, sunsets. 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 0114.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0114 (Yellow 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, 0114 has a contrast ratio of about 2.3:1 on white fabric and 9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.