DMC 3685
DMC 3685 Mauve Very Dark
DMC 3685 is “Mauve Very Dark”, a color from the red family of DMC’s six-strand embroidery floss.
- Code
- DMC 3685
- Catalog name
- Mauve Very Dark
- Color family
- Red
- Approximate screen color
#881531- 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.
Frequently asked questions
What color is DMC 3685?
DMC 3685 is the floss DMC calls “Mauve Very Dark”, from the red family. Its approximate screen color is #881531.
What can I use instead of DMC 3685?
The closest shades to DMC 3685 in the same family are DMC 902, DMC 815, DMC 814. Compare the threads side by side in daylight before swapping.
How many stitches does a skein of DMC 3685 make?
About 1,826 full cross stitches on 14 count Aida with 2 strands. Fabric count, strands and your tension change that number.