O524 — Maroon Moss
Pinks family#312228
Looking up Valdani O524? It's Maroon Moss, a dark pink shade (#312228 / RGB 49, 34, 40). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Valdani alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Valdani O524
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 O524
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani O524
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Valdani O524 (Maroon Moss) 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 O524 (Maroon Moss) 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 O524
Valdani threads that pair well with O524, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
ValdaniO524 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Valdani O524
Known as Maroon Moss, Valdani O524 is a dark, muted shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. Expect a dramatic and quiet look that suits blush accents, cherry blossoms, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching ballet themes or baby projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valdani O524 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani O524 is Maroon Moss — a dark pink thread (hex #312228, RGB 49, 34, 40). It shows up most in cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani O524?
The closest DMC match for Valdani O524 (Maroon Moss) is DMC 938 (Coffee Brown ultra dark) with a 62% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3371 (Black Brown, 62%) and DMC 09 (Very Dark Cocoa, 60%).
Which Valdani threads are close to O524?
The closest Valdani threads to O524 are O86 Ripened Plum (ΔE 3.62), 173 Rich Brown Dark (ΔE 5.94), and H210 Melancholic Purple (ΔE 6.24). These are useful substitutes when O524 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani O524 good for?
Valdani O524 (Maroon Moss) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals, skin tones. 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 O524.
Is Valdani O524 (Maroon Moss) good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like O524 are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.