0412 — Pink Dark
Reds family#A31B36
Madeira 0412 (Pink Dark) is a medium-dark, vivid red shade with hex code #A31B36 and RGB values 163, 27, 54. 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 0412
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0412
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 0412
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0412
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Madeira 0412 (Pink Dark) 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 0508 (Red Medium Dark), is barely a step away (ΔE 2.23). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0412
Madeira threads that pair well with 0412, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Madeira0412 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Madeira 0412
A medium-dark, vivid entry in the reds family, Madeira 0412 carries the name Pink Dark with warm crimson tones. Its strong and rich presence shines in berries and valentines alike. Pull this thread for poppies or cardinal birds when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Madeira 0412?
Madeira 0412 is called Pink Dark. It's a medium-dark red shade (hex #A31B36, RGB 163, 27, 54) in the reds family, commonly used for tomato patterns, roses, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Madeira 0412?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0412 (Pink Dark) is DMC 326 (Rose very deep) with a 94% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3831 (Raspberry dark, 93%) and DMC 309 (Rose deep, 88%).
What's a good substitute for Madeira 0412?
The closest Madeira threads to 0412 are 0508 Red Medium Dark (ΔE 2.23), 0511 Garnet (ΔE 3.09), and 0509 Red Dark (ΔE 3.11). These are useful substitutes when 0412 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Madeira 0412?
Cross-stitchers pull Madeira 0412 (Pink Dark) for charts featuring tomato patterns, roses, hearts, holiday designs. 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 0412 (Pink Dark)?
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, 0412 has a contrast ratio of about 7.6:1 on white fabric and 2.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.