2307 — Mahogany Very Light
Oranges family#E59850
Madeira 2307 — Mahogany Very Light — has hex #E59850 and RGB 229, 152, 80. This medium-light, vivid orange thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Madeira shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Madeira 2307
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2307
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 2307
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2307
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, Madeira 2307 (Mahogany Very Light) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Madeira 2307 (Mahogany Very Light) sits a hair from Madeira 2301 (Golden Brown Very Light) (ΔE 2.32) — 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 2307
Madeira threads that pair well with 2307, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Madeira2307 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Madeira 2307
Known as Mahogany Very Light, Madeira 2307 is a medium-light, vivid shade sitting in the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. It has a crisp and versatile feel that suits fall harvest scenes and monarch butterflies particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with persimmon patterns or autumn leaves for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 2307 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 2307 is Mahogany Very Light — a medium-light orange thread (hex #E59850, RGB 229, 152, 80). It shows up most in pumpkins and marigolds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2307?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2307 (Mahogany Very Light) is DMC 3827 (Golden Brown pale) with a 92% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3854 (Autumn Gold medium, 82%) and DMC 3856 (Mahogany ultra very light, 73%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 2307?
The closest Madeira threads to 2307 are 2301 Golden Brown Very Light (ΔE 2.32), 2302 Golden Brown Light (ΔE 6.03), and 0203 Tangerine Medium (ΔE 7.01). These are useful substitutes when 2307 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 2307 good for?
Madeira 2307 (Mahogany Very Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring pumpkins, marigolds, fall wreaths, citrus motifs. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2307.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 2307 (Mahogany Very 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, 2307 has a contrast ratio of about 2.3:1 on white fabric and 8.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.