DMC 208
DMC 208 Lavender Very Dark
DMC 208 is “Lavender Very Dark”, a color from the pink and purple family of DMC’s six-strand embroidery floss.
- Code
- DMC 208
- Catalog name
- Lavender Very Dark
- Color family
- Pink and purple
- Approximate screen color
#835B8B- 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.
Closest bead colors
The closest Miyuki Delica and TOHO colors, as a starting point when you combine beads with cross stitch.
- DB-2140 Duracoat Opaque Dyed
#79598A
Frequently asked questions
What color is DMC 208?
DMC 208 is the floss DMC calls “Lavender Very Dark”, from the pink and purple family. Its approximate screen color is #835B8B.
What can I use instead of DMC 208?
The closest shades to DMC 208 in the same family are DMC 33, DMC 3835, DMC 3746. Compare the threads side by side in daylight before swapping.
How many stitches does a skein of DMC 208 make?
About 1,826 full cross stitches on 14 count Aida with 2 strands. Fabric count, strands and your tension change that number.