210 — Sapphire
Blues family#2F4461
Looking up Valdani 210? It's Sapphire, a medium-dark blue shade (#2F4461 / RGB 47, 68, 97). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Valdani alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Valdani 210
Valdani 6-Ply Floss
- Strands
- 6 ply
Brand Equivalents for Valdani 210
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 210
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani 210
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Hand-dyed threads like Valdani 210 (Sapphire) 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 210
Valdani threads that pair well with 210, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Valdani210 in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Valdani 210
Meet Valdani 210, Sapphire — a moderately saturated, medium-dark thread in the blues family with sky blue tones. The shade reads as rich and grounded — a go-to choice for skies and water. It also turns up in patterns built around denim textures and cool-toned backgrounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valdani 210 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani 210 is Sapphire — a medium-dark blue thread (hex #2F4461, RGB 47, 68, 97). It shows up most in bluebird motifs and whale designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani 210?
The closest DMC match for Valdani 210 (Sapphire) is DMC 312 (Navy Blue light) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 930 (Antique Blue dark, 78%) and DMC 3750 (Antique Blue very dark, 77%).
Which Valdani threads are close to 210?
The closest Valdani threads to 210 are 112 Dusty Blue (ΔE 3.71), H207 Darkened Blue (ΔE 3.92), and M5 Denim Blues (ΔE 5.39). These are useful substitutes when 210 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani 210 good for?
Valdani 210 (Sapphire) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring bluebird motifs, whale designs, sapphire accents, porcelain patterns. 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 210.
Does Valdani 210 (Sapphire) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 210 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.