M19 — Olives
Yellows family#83885F
Need details on Valdani M19? This medium, muted yellow shade (Olives) is hex #83885F, RGB 131, 136, 95. 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 M19
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 M19
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani M19
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 M19 (Olives) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Valdani M19 (Olives) sits a hair from Valdani O560 (Morning Grass) (ΔE 2.68) — 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 M19
Valdani threads that pair well with M19, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Yellows Family
ValdaniM19 in context with nearby shades from the yellows color family.
About Valdani M19
Meet Valdani M19, Olives — a muted, medium thread in the yellows family with lemon-toned tones. Stitchers describe its character as restrained and earthy, perfect for sunflowers and highlights. It blends comfortably into projects centered on warm backgrounds and golden accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valdani M19 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani M19 is Olives — a medium yellow thread (hex #83885F, RGB 131, 136, 95). It shows up most in daffodils and lemon motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani M19?
The closest DMC match for Valdani M19 (Olives) is DMC 3053 (Green Grey) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3052 (Green Grey medium, 73%) and DMC 523 (Fern Green light, 72%).
Which Valdani threads are close to M19?
The closest Valdani threads to M19 are O560 Morning Grass (ΔE 2.68), 821 Olive Green Light (ΔE 4.28), and H202 Withered Green (ΔE 4.37). These are useful substitutes when M19 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani M19 good for?
Valdani M19 (Olives) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring daffodils, lemon motifs, rubber duck designs, bumblebee patterns. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with M19.
Does Valdani M19 (Olives) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like M19 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.