0811 — Shell Pink Medium Dark
Reds family
Madeira 0811 (Shell Pink Medium Dark) is a dark, highly saturated red shade with hex code #610013 and RGB values 97, 0, 19. 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.
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0811
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 0811
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0811
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Madeira 0811 (Shell Pink Medium Dark) is dark enough to define edges: stitchers reach for shades like it when a design needs crisp backstitch outlines or readable text.
Madeira 0811 (Shell Pink Medium Dark) sits a hair from Madeira 0514 (Garnet Very Dark) (ΔE 2.94) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0811
Madeira threads that pair well with 0811, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Madeira 0811 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Madeira 0811
Known as Shell Pink Medium Dark, Madeira 0811 is a dark, highly saturated shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. This thread brings a dramatic and vivid 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 dark red thread (hex #610013, RGB 97, 0, 19). 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 815 (Garnet medium) with a 78% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 221 (Shell Pink very dark, 70%) and DMC 814 (Garnet dark, 67%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 0811?
The closest Madeira threads to 0811 are 0514 Garnet Very Dark (ΔE 2.94), 2607 Antique Plum Very Dark (ΔE 3.47), and 0513 Garnet Dark (ΔE 3.57). 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 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.
Is Madeira 0811 (Shell Pink Medium Dark) good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like 0811 are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.