DMC 153

DMC 153 Violet Very Light

DMC 153 is “Violet Very Light”, a color from the pink and purple family of DMC’s six-strand embroidery floss.

Code
DMC 153
Catalog name
Violet Very Light
Color family
Pink and purple
Approximate screen color
#E6CCD9
One skein
≈ 1,826 stitches · 14 count, 2 strands

The swatch is an approximate screen color; real thread looks different under different light and displays.

Similar DMC shades

Closest bead colors

The closest Miyuki Delica and TOHO colors, as a starting point when you combine beads with cross stitch.

Frequently asked questions

What color is DMC 153?

DMC 153 is the floss DMC calls “Violet Very Light”, from the pink and purple family. Its approximate screen color is #E6CCD9.

What can I use instead of DMC 153?

The closest shades to DMC 153 in the same family are DMC 151, DMC 211, DMC 3743. Compare the threads side by side in daylight before swapping.

How many stitches does a skein of DMC 153 make?

About 1,826 full cross stitches on 14 count Aida with 2 strands. Fabric count, strands and your tension change that number.