863 — Faded Rust Dark
Reds family#824430
Need details on Valdani 863? This medium-dark, moderately saturated red shade (Faded Rust Dark) is hex #824430, RGB 130, 68, 48. 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 863
Valdani 6-Ply Floss
- Strands
- 6 ply
Brand Equivalents for Valdani 863
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 863
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani 863
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 863 (Faded Rust 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 863 (Faded Rust Dark) sits a hair from Valdani 164 (Red Brown) (ΔE 3.2) — 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 863
Valdani threads that pair well with 863, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Valdani863 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Valdani 863
Meet Valdani 863, Faded Rust Dark — a moderately saturated, medium-dark thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. Stitchers describe its character as rich and grounded, perfect for poppies and cardinal birds. It blends comfortably into projects centered on apple motifs and ladybug designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valdani 863 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani 863 is Faded Rust Dark — a medium-dark red thread (hex #824430, RGB 130, 68, 48). It shows up most in hearts and holiday designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani 863?
The closest DMC match for Valdani 863 (Faded Rust Dark) is DMC 975 (Golden Brown dark) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 434 (Brown light, 76%) and DMC 400 (Mahogany dark, 74%).
Which Valdani threads are close to 863?
The closest Valdani threads to 863 are 164 Red Brown (ΔE 3.2), 812 Brick Medium (ΔE 3.89), and 159 Rusty (ΔE 4.07). These are useful substitutes when 863 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani 863 good for?
Valdani 863 (Faded Rust Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring hearts, holiday designs, bold accents, berries. 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 863.
Does Valdani 863 (Faded Rust Dark) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 863 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.