0404 — Salmon Light
Pinks family#FFD0CB
Below: Madeira 0404 (Salmon Light), a very light, highly saturated pink shade with hex #FFD0CB and RGB 255, 208, 203. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Madeira shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Madeira 0404
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0404
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 0404
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0404
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Reach for Madeira 0404 (Salmon Light) where a design needs lift — highlights, whites-on-white detail, and airy backgrounds that keep a busy palette from feeling heavy.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0404
Madeira threads that pair well with 0404, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Madeira0404 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Madeira 0404
Known as Salmon Light, Madeira 0404 is a very light, highly saturated shade sitting in the pinks family. The crisp and delicate mood of this color makes it a natural fit for tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs. Expect to see it used in rose buds and florals across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 0404 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 0404 is Salmon Light — a very light pink thread (hex #FFD0CB, RGB 255, 208, 203). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0404?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0404 (Salmon Light) is DMC 818 (Baby Pink) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 225 (Shell Pink ultra very light, 86%) and DMC 3713 (Salmon very light, 83%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0404?
The closest Madeira threads to 0404 are 0814 Baby Pink Light (ΔE 4.5), 0502 Baby Pink Light (ΔE 4.55), and 0808 Antique Mauve Light (ΔE 7.15). These are useful substitutes when 0404 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 0404 good for?
Madeira 0404 (Salmon Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. Its very light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 0404.
Can Madeira 0404 (Salmon Light) be used for highlights?
Yes — pale shades like 0404 do the highlight work in a chart: snow, clouds, lace, catchlights, and near-white detail, plus negative space that lets brighter colors breathe.