0401 — Terracotta
Reds family#C35843
Looking up Madeira 0401? It's Terracotta, a medium red shade (#C35843 / RGB 195, 88, 67). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Madeira alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Madeira 0401
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0401
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 0401
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0401
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0401
Madeira threads that pair well with 0401, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Madeira0401 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Madeira 0401
Meet Madeira 0401, Terracotta — a vivid, medium thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. The shade reads as vibrant and steady — a go-to choice for poppies and cardinal birds. It also turns up in patterns built around apple motifs and ladybug designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 0401 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 0401 is Terracotta — a medium red thread (hex #C35843, RGB 195, 88, 67). It shows up most in hearts and holiday designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0401?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0401 (Terracotta) is DMC 21 (Light Alizarin) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 921 (Copper, 76%) and DMC 3778 (Terra Cotta light, 74%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0401?
The closest Madeira threads to 0401 are 0214 Coral Medium (ΔE 3.42), 0402 Terracotta Medium Light (ΔE 4.3), and 2406 Copper Light (ΔE 5.64). These are useful substitutes when 0401 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 0401 good for?
Madeira 0401 (Terracotta) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring hearts, holiday designs, bold accents, berries. 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 0401.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0401 (Terracotta)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 0401 has a contrast ratio of about 4.4:1 on white fabric and 4.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.