2611 — Dusty Violet Light
Pinks family
Looking up Madeira 2611? It's Dusty Violet Light, a light pink shade (#E4BFC9 / RGB 228, 191, 201). 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 2611
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 2611
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2611
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Madeira 2611 (Dusty Violet Light) sits a hair from Madeira 0808 (Antique Mauve Light) (ΔE 1.29) — 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 2611
Madeira threads that pair well with 2611, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Madeira 2611 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Madeira 2611
Known as Dusty Violet Light, Madeira 2611 is a light, moderately saturated shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. Expect a gentle and approachable look that suits blush accents, cherry blossoms, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching ballet themes or baby projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 2611 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 2611 is Dusty Violet Light — a light pink thread (hex #E4BFC9, RGB 228, 191, 201). It shows up most in cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2611?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2611 (Dusty Violet Light) is DMC 818 (Baby Pink) with a 70% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3713 (Salmon very light, 66%) and DMC 963 (Dusty Rose ultra very light, 63%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 2611?
The closest Madeira threads to 2611 are 0808 Antique Mauve Light (ΔE 1.29), 0814 Shell Pink Light (ΔE 5.2), and 0501 Baby Pink Very Light (ΔE 5.37). These are useful substitutes when 2611 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 2611 good for?
Madeira 2611 (Dusty Violet Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals, skin tones. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2611.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 2611 (Dusty Violet Light)?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 2611 has a contrast ratio of about 1.7:1 on white fabric and 12.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.