0509 — Red Dark
Reds family#9A002C
Need details on Madeira 0509? This medium-dark, highly saturated red shade (Red Dark) is hex #9A002C, RGB 154, 0, 44. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, J&P Coates, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Madeira shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Madeira 0509
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0509
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 0509
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0509
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like Madeira 0509 (Red Dark) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because Madeira 0511 (Garnet) is so near (ΔE 0.98), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0509
Madeira threads that pair well with 0509, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Madeira0509 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Madeira 0509
Madeira 0509 (Red Dark) is a medium-dark, highly saturated shade in the reds family. With a deep and vivid quality, this thread works beautifully in tomato patterns and roses. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring hearts and holiday designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Madeira 0509 look like?
Madeira 0509 (Red Dark) is a medium-dark shade in the reds family with hex #9A002C and RGB 154, 0, 44. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring poppies and cardinal birds.
Which DMC thread matches Madeira 0509?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0509 (Red Dark) is DMC 304 (Christmas Red medium) with a 95% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 816 (Garnet, 84%) and DMC 326 (Rose very deep, 83%).
What Madeira colors are similar to 0509?
The closest Madeira threads to 0509 are 0511 Garnet (ΔE 0.98), 0512 Garnet Medium (ΔE 1.28), and 0508 Red Medium Dark (ΔE 2.3). These are useful substitutes when 0509 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Madeira 0509?
Reach for Madeira 0509 (Red Dark) when your project calls for poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs. Its medium-dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 0509.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0509 (Red 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, 0509 has a contrast ratio of about 8.7:1 on white fabric and 2.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.