0714 — Violet Very Dark
Pinks family
Below: Madeira 0714 (Violet Very Dark), a dark, vivid pink shade with hex #421335 and RGB 66, 19, 53. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colours matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Madeira shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0714
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Madeira Colors to 0714
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0714
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Madeira 0714 (Violet Very Dark) is dark enough to define edges: stitchers reach for shades like it when a design needs crisp backstitch outlines or readable text.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0714
Madeira threads that pair well with 0714, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Madeira 0714 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Madeira 0714
Known as Violet Very Dark, Madeira 0714 is a dark, vivid shade sitting in the pinks family with orchid-toned tones. The dramatic and vivid mood of this color makes it a natural fit for tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs. Expect to see it used in rose buds and florals across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 0714 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 0714 is Violet Very Dark — a dark pink thread (hex #421335, RGB 66, 19, 53). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0714?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0714 (Violet Very Dark) is DMC 154 (Grape very dark) with a 77% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 550 (Violet very dark, 70%) and DMC 35 (Very Dark Fuchsia, 69%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0714?
The closest Madeira threads to 0714 are 0805 Purple (ΔE 6.88), 0601 Plum Very Dark (ΔE 8.15), and 0705 Mauve Very Dark (ΔE 8.64). These are useful substitutes when 0714 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 0714 good for?
Madeira 0714 (Violet Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 0714.
Is Madeira 0714 (Violet Very Dark) good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like 0714 are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.