0811 — Shell Pink Medium Dark
Reds family#83383A
Madeira 0811 (Shell Pink Medium Dark) is a medium-dark, moderately saturated red shade with hex code #83383A and RGB values 131, 56, 58. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Madeira shades and color harmony pairings.
About Madeira 0811
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0811
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 0811
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0811
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 0811
Madeira threads that pair well with 0811, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Madeira0811 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Madeira 0811
Known as Shell Pink Medium Dark, Madeira 0811 is a medium-dark, moderately saturated shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. This thread brings a rich and grounded presence to projects featuring bold accents or berries. Look for it in charts that feature valentines or poppies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 0811 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 0811 is Shell Pink Medium Dark — a medium-dark red thread (hex #83383A, RGB 131, 56, 58). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0811?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0811 (Shell Pink Medium Dark) is DMC 3721 (Shell Pink dark) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 355 (Terra Cotta dark, 79%) and DMC 3777 (Terra Cotta very dark, 77%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0811?
The closest Madeira threads to 0811 are 2502 Bright Terracotta Medium (ΔE 5.11), 2501 Bright Terracotta Dark (ΔE 5.85), and 2606 Peach Ultra Very Dark (ΔE 6.23). These are useful substitutes when 0811 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 0811 good for?
Madeira 0811 (Shell Pink Medium Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses, hearts. 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 0811.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 0811 (Shell Pink Medium Dark)?
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, 0811 has a contrast ratio of about 8.1:1 on white fabric and 2.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.