2008 — Tan Dark
Browns family
Looking up Madeira 2008? It's Tan Dark, a dark brown shade (#633D0E / RGB 99, 61, 14). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Madeira alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2008
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 2008
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2008
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Madeira 2008 (Tan Dark) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Its nearest neighbor, Madeira 2114 (Avocado Very Dark), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.78). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 2008
Madeira threads that pair well with 2008, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Browns Family
Madeira 2008 in context with nearby shades from the browns color family.
About Madeira 2008
Tan Dark (catalog code Madeira 2008) is a dark, vivid shade from the browns family with earthy sienna tones. Expect a striking and rich look that suits leather accents, horse designs, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching cinnamon motifs or bark patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Madeira 2008?
Madeira 2008 is called Tan Dark. It's a dark brown shade (hex #633D0E, RGB 99, 61, 14) in the browns family, commonly used for animal fur, warm outlines, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Madeira 2008?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2008 (Tan Dark) is DMC 829 (Golden Olive very dark) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 830 (Golden Olive dark, 74%) and DMC 869 (Hazelnut Brown very dark, 74%).
What's a good substitute for Madeira 2008?
The closest Madeira threads to 2008 are 2114 Avocado Very Dark (ΔE 1.78), 2113 Hazelnut Brown Very Dark (ΔE 3.01), and 2304 Mahogany Dark (ΔE 5.19). These are useful substitutes when 2008 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Madeira 2008?
Cross-stitchers pull Madeira 2008 (Tan Dark) for charts featuring animal fur, warm outlines, wooden textures, coffee themes. The dark tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 2008 (Tan 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, 2008 has a contrast ratio of about 9.5:1 on white fabric and 2.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.