0807 — Antique Violet Light
Pinks family
Need details on Madeira 0807? This medium-dark, subdued pink shade (Antique Violet Light) is hex #715761, RGB 113, 87, 97. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Madeira shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0807
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 0807
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0807
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 0807
Madeira threads that pair well with 0807, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Madeira 0807 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Madeira 0807
Meet Madeira 0807, Antique Violet Light — a subdued, medium-dark thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. Stitchers describe its character as somber and rich, perfect for florals and skin tones. It blends comfortably into projects centered on romantic motifs and blush accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 0807 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 0807 is Antique Violet Light — a medium-dark pink thread (hex #715761, RGB 113, 87, 97). It shows up most in peony petals and flamingo designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0807?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0807 (Antique Violet Light) is DMC 3041 (Antique Violet medium) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3860 (Cocoa, 63%) and DMC 3740 (Antique Violet dark, 57%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0807?
The closest Madeira threads to 0807 are 0809 Antique Mauve Medium (ΔE 7.1), 1808 Shell Grey Dark (ΔE 8.93), and 0806 Antique Violet Dark (ΔE 10.67). These are useful substitutes when 0807 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 0807 good for?
Madeira 0807 (Antique Violet Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring peony petals, flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 0807.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0807 (Antique Violet Light)?
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, 0807 has a contrast ratio of about 6.5:1 on white fabric and 3.2:1 on black. As a soft warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.