8111 — Black Light
Blacks family#242424
Need details on Valdani 8111? This dark, subdued black shade (Black Light) is hex #242424, RGB 36, 36, 36. 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.
Brand Equivalents for Valdani 8111
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 8111
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani 8111
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Valdani 8111 (Black Light) is dark enough to define edges: stitchers reach for shades like it when a design needs crisp backstitch outlines or readable text.
Hand-dyed threads like Valdani 8111 (Black Light) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Valdani 8111 (Black Light) sits a hair from Valdani 8112 (Black Medium) (ΔE 1.58) — 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 8111
Valdani threads that pair well with 8111, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blacks Family
Valdani8111 in context with nearby shades from the blacks color family.
About Valdani 8111
Meet Valdani 8111, Black Light — a subdued, dark thread in the blacks family. Stitchers describe its character as dramatic and quiet, perfect for outlines and lettering. It blends comfortably into projects centered on bold contrast and dramatic backgrounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valdani 8111 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani 8111 is Black Light — a dark black thread (hex #242424, RGB 36, 36, 36). It shows up most in calligraphy and cat designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani 8111?
The closest DMC match for Valdani 8111 (Black Light) is DMC 3371 (Black Brown) with a 77% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3799 (Pewter Grey very dark, 71%) and DMC 310 (Black, 66%).
Which Valdani threads are close to 8111?
The closest Valdani threads to 8111 are 8112 Black Medium (ΔE 1.58), O511 Black Sea (ΔE 2.9), and O531 Black Nut (ΔE 3.35). These are useful substitutes when 8111 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani 8111 good for?
Valdani 8111 (Black Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring calligraphy, cat designs, crow motifs, gothic accents. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 8111.
Is Valdani 8111 (Black Light) good for backstitching and outlines?
It's an excellent outline color. The depth of 8111 defines edges and text cleanly where lighter threads would disappear into the fill; one strand is usually enough for backstitch.