0311 — Copper Medium
Oranges family#CA6225
Madeira 0311 (Copper Medium) is a medium, vivid orange shade with hex code #CA6225 and RGB values 202, 98, 37. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Madeira shades and color harmony pairings.
About Madeira 0311
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0311
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 0311
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0311
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
With its high saturation, Madeira 0311 (Copper Medium) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0311
Madeira threads that pair well with 0311, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Madeira0311 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Madeira 0311
Meet Madeira 0311, Copper Medium — a vivid, medium thread in the oranges family with deep amber tones. Its vibrant and steady presence shines in fall wreaths and citrus motifs alike. Pull this thread for fox designs or fall harvest scenes when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 0311 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 0311 is Copper Medium — a medium orange thread (hex #CA6225, RGB 202, 98, 37). It shows up most in sunsets and warm accents.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0311?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0311 (Copper Medium) is DMC 3853 (Autumn Gold dark) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 976 (Golden Brown medium, 85%) and DMC 3776 (Mahogany light, 76%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0311?
The closest Madeira threads to 0311 are 2306 Mahogany Light (ΔE 3.46), 0207 Orange (ΔE 5.04), and 0312 Copper Medium Dark (ΔE 5.72). These are useful substitutes when 0311 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 0311 good for?
Madeira 0311 (Copper Medium) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring sunsets, warm accents, seasonal designs, pumpkins. 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 0311.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0311 (Copper Medium)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 0311 has a contrast ratio of about 4:1 on white fabric and 5.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.