0702 — Cerise
Pinks family#C94489
Below: Madeira 0702 (Cerise), a medium, vivid pink shade with hex #C94489 and RGB 201, 68, 137. Find its closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Madeira shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Madeira 0702
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0702
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 0702
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0702
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0702
Madeira threads that pair well with 0702, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Madeira0702 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Madeira 0702
A medium, vivid entry in the pinks family, Madeira 0702 carries the name Cerise with rose pink tones. The confident and warm character of this shade lends itself well to cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds. Stitchers frequently choose it for florals and skin tones in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Madeira 0702?
Madeira 0702 is called Cerise. It's a medium pink shade (hex #C94489, RGB 201, 68, 137) in the pinks family, commonly used for ballet themes, baby projects, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Madeira 0702?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0702 (Cerise) is DMC 3607 (Plum light) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3805 (Cyclamen Pink, 73%) and DMC 602 (Cranberry medium, 63%).
What's a good substitute for Madeira 0702?
The closest Madeira threads to 0702 are 0701 Cerise Light (ΔE 4.58), 0611 Rose Medium Dark (ΔE 6.86), and 0604 Plum (ΔE 7.68). These are useful substitutes when 0702 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Madeira 0702?
Cross-stitchers pull Madeira 0702 (Cerise) for charts featuring ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals, flamingo designs. The medium 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 0702 (Cerise)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 0702 has a contrast ratio of about 4.5:1 on white fabric and 4.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.