1806 — Shell Grey Light
Pinks family#C5B1B1
Below: Madeira 1806 (Shell Grey Light), a light, subdued pink shade with hex #C5B1B1 and RGB 197, 177, 177. Find its closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Madeira shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Madeira 1806
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 1806
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 1806
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 1806
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 1806
Madeira threads that pair well with 1806, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Madeira1806 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Madeira 1806
Madeira 1806 is the floss known as Shell Grey Light: a subdued, light member of the pinks family. The soft and gentle character of this shade lends itself well to flamingo designs and tulip blooms. Stitchers frequently choose it for cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Madeira 1806 look like?
Madeira 1806 (Shell Grey Light) is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #C5B1B1 and RGB 197, 177, 177. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which DMC thread matches Madeira 1806?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 1806 (Shell Grey Light) is DMC 453 (Shell Grey light) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3743 (Antique Violet very light, 66%) and DMC 05 (Light Driftwood, 65%).
What Madeira colors are similar to 1806?
The closest Madeira threads to 1806 are 2611 Dusty Violet Light (ΔE 4.7), 0807 Antique Violet Light (ΔE 7.65), and 1803 Steel Grey Very Light (ΔE 7.67). These are useful substitutes when 1806 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Madeira 1806?
Reach for Madeira 1806 (Shell Grey Light) when your project calls for blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 1806.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 1806 (Shell Grey 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, 1806 has a contrast ratio of about 2:1 on white fabric and 10.3:1 on black. As a soft warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.