0308 — Copper Very Light
Browns family#A23E00
Below: Madeira 0308 (Copper Very Light), a medium-dark, highly saturated brown shade with hex #A23E00 and RGB 162, 62, 0. Find its closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Madeira shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Madeira 0308
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0308
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 0308
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0308
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Madeira 0308 (Copper Very Light) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Its nearest neighbor, Madeira 0309 (Copper Light), is barely a step away (ΔE 2.82). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0308
Madeira threads that pair well with 0308, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Browns Family
Madeira0308 in context with nearby shades from the browns color family.
About Madeira 0308
A medium-dark, highly saturated entry in the browns family, Madeira 0308 carries the name Copper Very Light with warm chocolate tones. The strong and rich character of this shade lends itself well to wooden textures and coffee themes. Stitchers frequently choose it for rustic designs and leather accents in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Madeira 0308?
Madeira 0308 is called Copper Very Light. It's a medium-dark brown shade (hex #A23E00, RGB 162, 62, 0) in the browns family, commonly used for gingerbread themes, tree trunks, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Madeira 0308?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0308 (Copper Very Light) is DMC 3826 (Golden Brown) with a 75% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 301 (Mahogany medium, 74%) and DMC 780 (Topaz ultra very dark, 68%).
What's a good substitute for Madeira 0308?
The closest Madeira threads to 0308 are 0309 Copper Light (ΔE 2.82), 0313 Copper Dark (ΔE 4.22), and 2305 Mahogany Medium (ΔE 5.5). These are useful substitutes when 0308 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Madeira 0308?
Cross-stitchers pull Madeira 0308 (Copper Very Light) for charts featuring gingerbread themes, tree trunks, earth tones, animal fur. The medium-dark tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0308 (Copper Very 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, 0308 has a contrast ratio of about 6.5:1 on white fabric and 3.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.