DMC Thread Color Chart
Complete reference guide for all 454 DMC embroidery floss colors
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DMC Embroidery Floss Colour Chart
DMC (Dollfus-Mieg et Compagnie) is the world's leading manufacturer of embroidery threads, producing the most popular floss for cross stitch. With 454 colours in their standard range, DMC threads are known for their consistent quality, colourfastness, and availability worldwide.
Each DMC thread colour has a unique code number, making it easy to match colours across patterns and projects. The threads are made from 100% long-staple Egyptian cotton, mercerized for a brilliant sheen and smooth finish.
Free Printable DMC Colour Card
Download our free printable DMC colour chart PDF to keep beside your thread collection. The PDF includes every colour with its code and name, sorted by number for easy lookup. You can also download charts filtered by colour family - just select a colour family above and use the download button.
Using This Colour Chart
- Search by colour name (e.g., "salmon") or DMC code (e.g., "3713")
- Filter by colour family using the buttons above
- Click any colour to see details, equivalents in other brands, and shopping links
- Download the full chart or any colour family as a printable PDF
Cross-Brand Thread Conversion
Need to find an equivalent thread in another brand? Each colour page shows the closest match in Anchor, Madeira, and Cosmo, calculated using Delta E colour distance. Or use our thread conversion tool to compare brands side by side.
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