1334 — Rusty Burgundy
Reds family#6C2127
Looking up Valdani 1334? It's Rusty Burgundy, a medium-dark red shade (#6C2127 / RGB 108, 33, 39). 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 1334
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 1334
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani 1334
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Valdani 1334 (Rusty Burgundy) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Valdani 1334 (Rusty Burgundy) sits a hair from Valdani 843 (Old Rose Dark) (ΔE 1.76) — 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 Valdani 1334
Valdani threads that pair well with 1334, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Valdani1334 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Valdani 1334
Meet Valdani 1334, Rusty Burgundy — a vivid, medium-dark thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. The shade reads as intense and saturated — a go-to choice for roses and hearts. It also turns up in patterns built around holiday designs and bold accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valdani 1334 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani 1334 is Rusty Burgundy — a medium-dark red thread (hex #6C2127, RGB 108, 33, 39). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani 1334?
The closest DMC match for Valdani 1334 (Rusty Burgundy) is DMC 221 (Shell Pink very dark) with a 97% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 815 (Garnet medium, 82%) and DMC 3777 (Terra Cotta very dark, 75%).
Which Valdani threads are close to 1334?
The closest Valdani threads to 1334 are 843 Old Rose Dark (ΔE 1.76), P1 Old Brick (ΔE 4.12), and O533 Golden Autumn (ΔE 4.62). These are useful substitutes when 1334 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani 1334 good for?
Valdani 1334 (Rusty Burgundy) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. 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 1334.
Does Valdani 1334 (Rusty Burgundy) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1334 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.