2501 — Bright Terracotta Dark
Reds family#702527
Below: Madeira 2501 (Bright Terracotta Dark), a medium-dark, vivid red shade with hex #702527 and RGB 112, 37, 39. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Madeira shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Madeira 2501
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2501
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 2501
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2501
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 2501
Madeira threads that pair well with 2501, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Madeira2501 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Madeira 2501
Known as Bright Terracotta Dark, Madeira 2501 is a medium-dark, vivid shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. The intense and saturated mood of this color makes it a natural fit for ladybug designs and barn scenes. Expect to see it used in tomato patterns and roses across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 2501 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 2501 is Bright Terracotta Dark — a medium-dark red thread (hex #702527, RGB 112, 37, 39). It shows up most in berries and valentines.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2501?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2501 (Bright Terracotta Dark) is DMC 221 (Shell Pink very dark) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3777 (Terra Cotta very dark, 81%) and DMC 815 (Garnet medium, 76%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 2501?
The closest Madeira threads to 2501 are 2606 Peach Ultra Very Dark (ΔE 4.45), 0811 Shell Pink Medium Dark (ΔE 5.85), and 0407 Salmon Very Dark (ΔE 6.66). These are useful substitutes when 2501 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 2501 good for?
Madeira 2501 (Bright Terracotta Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2501.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 2501 (Bright Terracotta 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, 2501 has a contrast ratio of about 10.6:1 on white fabric and 2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.