1644 — Red Brown Medium Dark
Reds family#56312C
Looking up Valdani 1644? It's Red Brown Medium Dark, a medium-dark red shade (#56312C / RGB 86, 49, 44). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Valdani alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Valdani 1644
Valdani 6-Ply Floss
- Strands
- 6 ply
Brand Equivalents for Valdani 1644
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 1644
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani 1644
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 1644 (Red Brown Medium Dark) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Valdani 1644 (Red Brown Medium Dark) sits a hair from Valdani O547 (Burnt Chocolate) (ΔE 2.41) — 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 1644
Valdani threads that pair well with 1644, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Valdani1644 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Valdani 1644
Meet Valdani 1644, Red Brown Medium Dark — a moderately saturated, medium-dark thread in the reds family with true red tones. The shade reads as rich and grounded — 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 1644 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani 1644 is Red Brown Medium Dark — a medium-dark red thread (hex #56312C, RGB 86, 49, 44). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani 1644?
The closest DMC match for Valdani 1644 (Red Brown Medium Dark) is DMC 779 (Cocoa dark) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3857 (Rosewood dark, 77%) and DMC 801 (Coffee Brown dark, 76%).
Which Valdani threads are close to 1644?
The closest Valdani threads to 1644 are O547 Burnt Chocolate (ΔE 2.41), 1643 Red Brown Medium (ΔE 3.33), and 171 Rich Brown Light (ΔE 3.34). These are useful substitutes when 1644 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani 1644 good for?
Valdani 1644 (Red Brown Medium Dark) 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 1644.
Does Valdani 1644 (Red Brown Medium Dark) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1644 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.