1226 — Mauve Lilac
Pinks family#825482
Looking up Valdani 1226? It's Mauve Lilac, a medium pink shade (#825482 / RGB 130, 84, 130). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Valdani alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Valdani 1226
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Crescent Colors
Similar Valdani Colors to 1226
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani 1226
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
As a hand-dyed floss, Valdani 1226 (Mauve Lilac) varies gently within and between skeins — that is the charm. Reserve one dye lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.
Color Harmonies for Valdani 1226
Valdani threads that pair well with 1226, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Valdani1226 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Valdani 1226
Valdani 1226 is the floss known as Mauve Lilac: a muted, medium member of the pinks family with orchid-toned tones. The shade reads as warm and grounded — a go-to choice for flamingo designs and tulip blooms. It also turns up in patterns built around cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Valdani 1226 look like?
Valdani 1226 (Mauve Lilac) is a medium shade in the pinks family with hex #825482 and RGB 130, 84, 130. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which DMC thread matches Valdani 1226?
The closest DMC match for Valdani 1226 (Mauve Lilac) is DMC 33 (Fuchsia) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 553 (Violet, 75%) and DMC 208 (Lavender very dark, 61%).
What Valdani colors are similar to 1226?
The closest Valdani threads to 1226 are O521 Mulberry Grape (ΔE 4.33), M27 Hawaiian Orchid (ΔE 9.03), and V60 Pinks & Purples (ΔE 9.42). These are useful substitutes when 1226 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Valdani 1226?
Reach for Valdani 1226 (Mauve Lilac) when your project calls for blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 1226.
Does Valdani 1226 (Mauve Lilac) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1226 are never perfectly flat, and later dye lots can read differently. Reserve one lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.