72 — Peach Orange
Reds family#F26F46
Need details on Valdani 72? This medium-light, highly saturated red shade (Peach Orange) is hex #F26F46, RGB 242, 111, 70. Cross-brand equivalents in Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Valdani shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Valdani 72
Valdani 6-Ply Floss
- Strands
- 6 ply
Brand Equivalents for Valdani 72
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 72
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani 72
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like Valdani 72 (Peach Orange) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
As a hand-dyed floss, Valdani 72 (Peach Orange) 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 72
Valdani threads that pair well with 72, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Valdani72 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Valdani 72
Valdani 72 is the floss known as Peach Orange: a highly saturated, medium-light member of the reds family with red-orange tones. Stitchers describe its character as balanced and lively, perfect for holiday designs and bold accents. It blends comfortably into projects centered on berries and valentines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Valdani 72 look like?
Valdani 72 (Peach Orange) is a medium-light shade in the reds family with hex #F26F46 and RGB 242, 111, 70. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.
Which DMC thread matches Valdani 72?
The closest DMC match for Valdani 72 (Peach Orange) is DMC 3340 (Apricot medium) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 721 (Orange Spice medium, 79%) and DMC 970 (Pumpkin light, 75%).
What Valdani colors are similar to 72?
The closest Valdani threads to 72 are 721 Baked Pumpkin (ΔE 7.59), S305 Vintage Flame (ΔE 8.17), and 73 Peach Orange Dark (ΔE 8.67). These are useful substitutes when 72 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Valdani 72?
Reach for Valdani 72 (Peach Orange) when your project calls for ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 72.
Does Valdani 72 (Peach Orange) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 72 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.