1011 — Blue Dark
Blues family#3F6EAA
Madeira 1011 (Blue Dark) is a medium, moderately saturated blue shade with hex code #3F6EAA and RGB values 63, 110, 170. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Madeira shades and color harmony pairings.
About Madeira 1011
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 1011
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 1011
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 1011
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Madeira 1011 (Blue Dark) sits a hair from Madeira 1005 (Antique Blue Dark) (ΔE 3.2) — 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 1011
Madeira threads that pair well with 1011, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Madeira1011 in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Madeira 1011
Meet Madeira 1011, Blue Dark — a moderately saturated, medium thread in the blues family with sky blue tones. Its steady and rich presence shines in skies and water alike. Pull this thread for denim textures or cool-toned backgrounds when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 1011 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 1011 is Blue Dark — a medium blue thread (hex #3F6EAA, RGB 63, 110, 170). It shows up most in bluebird motifs and whale designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 1011?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 1011 (Blue Dark) is DMC 334 (Baby Blue medium) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 826 (Blue medium, 85%) and DMC 322 (Baby Blue dark, 83%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 1011?
The closest Madeira threads to 1011 are 1005 Antique Blue Dark (ΔE 3.2), 1010 Blue Very Dark (ΔE 4.47), and 1004 Antique Blue Medium (ΔE 4.52). These are useful substitutes when 1011 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 1011 good for?
Madeira 1011 (Blue Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring bluebird motifs, whale designs, sapphire accents, porcelain patterns. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 1011.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 1011 (Blue Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 1011 has a contrast ratio of about 5.2:1 on white fabric and 4:1 on black. As a cool shade, its cool cast recedes visually — useful for backgrounds, shadows, water and sky, and calm, restful palettes.