0201 — Tangerine Light
Oranges family#FC9C00
Need details on Madeira 0201? This medium, highly saturated orange shade (Tangerine Light) is hex #FC9C00, RGB 252, 156, 0. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Madeira shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Madeira 0201
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0201
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 0201
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0201
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 0201 (Tangerine Light) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Madeira 0201 (Tangerine Light) sits a hair from Madeira 0114 (Yellow Dark) (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 0201
Madeira threads that pair well with 0201, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Madeira0201 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Madeira 0201
Meet Madeira 0201, Tangerine Light — a highly saturated, medium thread in the oranges family with golden orange tones. Stitchers describe its character as vibrant and steady, perfect for autumn leaves and sunsets. It blends comfortably into projects centered on warm accents and seasonal designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 0201 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 0201 is Tangerine Light — a medium orange thread (hex #FC9C00, RGB 252, 156, 0). It shows up most in citrus motifs and fox designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0201?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0201 (Tangerine Light) is DMC 742 (Tangerine light) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 972 (Canary deep, 88%) and DMC 728 (Golden Yellow, 66%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0201?
The closest Madeira threads to 0201 are 0114 Yellow Dark (ΔE 3.06), 0203 Tangerine Medium (ΔE 6.26), and 2513 Golden Brown Bright (ΔE 7.75). These are useful substitutes when 0201 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 0201 good for?
Madeira 0201 (Tangerine Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes, monarch butterflies. 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 0201.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0201 (Tangerine Light)?
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, 0201 has a contrast ratio of about 2.1:1 on white fabric and 9.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.