2407 — Straw Very Dark
Oranges family#C8862C
Looking up Madeira 2407? It's Straw Very Dark, a medium orange shade (#C8862C / RGB 200, 134, 44). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Madeira alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Madeira 2407
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2407
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 2407
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2407
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 2407
Madeira threads that pair well with 2407, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Madeira2407 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Madeira 2407
Meet Madeira 2407, Straw Very Dark — a vivid, medium thread in the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. The shade reads as vibrant and steady — a go-to choice for fall wreaths and citrus motifs. It also turns up in patterns built around fox designs and fall harvest scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 2407 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 2407 is Straw Very Dark — a medium orange thread (hex #C8862C, RGB 200, 134, 44). It shows up most in sunsets and warm accents.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2407?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2407 (Straw Very Dark) is DMC 3852 (Straw very dark) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 783 (Topaz medium, 86%) and DMC 729 (Old Gold medium, 86%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 2407?
The closest Madeira threads to 2407 are 2011 Tan (ΔE 4.24), 2514 Golden Brown Medium (ΔE 4.79), and 2212 Topaz Dark (ΔE 5.45). These are useful substitutes when 2407 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 2407 good for?
Madeira 2407 (Straw Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring sunsets, warm accents, seasonal designs, pumpkins. 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 2407.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 2407 (Straw Very 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, 2407 has a contrast ratio of about 3:1 on white fabric and 6.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.