160 — Shell Pink light
Reds family
Valdani 160 — Shell Pink light — has hex #B35C65 and RGB 179, 92, 101. This medium, moderately saturated red thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar Valdani shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for Valdani 160
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Crescent Colours
Similar Valdani Colors to 160
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani 160
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Valdani 160 (Shell Pink light) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Color Harmonies for Valdani 160
Valdani threads that pair well with 160, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Valdani 160 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Valdani 160
Meet Valdani 160, Shell Pink light — a moderately saturated, medium thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. Its tone is steady and rich, making it a popular choice for roses and hearts. It pairs nicely in designs that call for holiday designs or bold accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valdani 160 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani 160 is Shell Pink light — a medium red thread (hex #B35C65, RGB 179, 92, 101). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani 160?
The closest DMC match for Valdani 160 (Shell Pink light) is DMC 223 (Shell Pink light) with a 100% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3833 (Raspberry light, 72%) and DMC 3712 (Salmon medium, 67%).
Which Valdani threads are close to 160?
The closest Valdani threads to 160 are O520 Rose (ΔE 7.24), M66 Raspberry medium (ΔE 7.89), and 811 Terra Cotta medium (ΔE 8.8). These are useful substitutes when 160 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani 160 good for?
Valdani 160 (Shell Pink light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. 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 160.
Does Valdani 160 (Shell Pink light) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 160 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.