0604 — Plum
Pinks family#AC466C
Madeira 0604 — Plum — has hex #AC466C and RGB 172, 70, 108. This medium, moderately saturated pink thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Madeira shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Madeira 0604
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0604
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 0604
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0604
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0604
Madeira threads that pair well with 0604, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Madeira0604 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Madeira 0604
Known as Plum, Madeira 0604 is a medium, moderately saturated shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. It has a steady and rich feel that suits blush accents and cherry blossoms particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with ballet themes or baby projects for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 0604 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 0604 is Plum — a medium pink thread (hex #AC466C, RGB 172, 70, 108). It shows up most in cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0604?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0604 (Plum) is DMC 3687 (Mauve) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3805 (Cyclamen Pink, 69%) and DMC 3804 (Cyclamen Pink dark, 69%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0604?
The closest Madeira threads to 0604 are 0611 Rose Medium Dark (ΔE 7.2), 0702 Cerise (ΔE 7.68), and 0704 Cerise Very Dark (ΔE 8.03). These are useful substitutes when 0604 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 0604 good for?
Madeira 0604 (Plum) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals, skin tones. 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 0604.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0604 (Plum)?
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, 0604 has a contrast ratio of about 5.5:1 on white fabric and 3.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.