Pillow Embroidery

What colors were in 1940 embroidered pillowcases and 1950?
I bought some hot iron transfers to be used for a gift weddings, but the illustrations are black and white. Most are flowers, so I have to pick some greens. The bride and groom like purple hates yellow. Please the names of some colors DMC. No use muted colors such as mauve and blues DMC old antique?
Crayon colors, judging by the clothes family I have now. Bright colors, clear, light pastel.
