0513 — Garnet Dark
Reds family#720000
Madeira 0513 (Garnet Dark) is a dark, highly saturated red shade with hex code #720000 and RGB values 114, 0, 0. 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 0513
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0513
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 0513
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0513
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Saturated shades like Madeira 0513 (Garnet Dark) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because Madeira 0314 (Copper Very Dark) is so near (ΔE 2.36), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0513
Madeira threads that pair well with 0513, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Madeira0513 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Madeira 0513
Madeira 0513 is the floss known as Garnet Dark: a highly saturated, dark member of the reds family with true red tones. Its bold and saturated presence shines in holiday designs and bold accents alike. Pull this thread for berries or valentines when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Madeira 0513 look like?
Madeira 0513 (Garnet Dark) is a dark shade in the reds family with hex #720000 and RGB 114, 0, 0. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.
Which DMC thread matches Madeira 0513?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0513 (Garnet Dark) is DMC 918 (Red Copper dark) with a 62% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 919 (Red Copper, 57%) and DMC 3777 (Terra Cotta very dark, 57%).
What Madeira colors are similar to 0513?
The closest Madeira threads to 0513 are 0314 Copper Very Dark (ΔE 2.36), 2501 Bright Terracotta Dark (ΔE 8.63), and 0407 Salmon Very Dark (ΔE 9.09). These are useful substitutes when 0513 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Madeira 0513?
Reach for Madeira 0513 (Garnet Dark) when your project calls for ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses. Its dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 0513.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0513 (Garnet Dark)?
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground. For reference, 0513 has a contrast ratio of about 12.2:1 on white fabric and 1.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.