DMC 3829
DMC 3829 Old Gold Vy Dark
DMC 3829 is “Old Gold Vy Dark”, a color from the yellow and orange family of DMC’s six-strand embroidery floss.
- Code
- DMC 3829
- Catalog name
- Old Gold Vy Dark
- Color family
- Yellow and orange
- Approximate screen color
#A98204- 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-2106 Duracoat Opaque Dyed
#B97F12
Frequently asked questions
What color is DMC 3829?
DMC 3829 is the floss DMC calls “Old Gold Vy Dark”, from the yellow and orange family. Its approximate screen color is #A98204.
What can I use instead of DMC 3829?
The closest shades to DMC 3829 in the same family are DMC 680, DMC 782, DMC 783. Compare the threads side by side in daylight before swapping.
How many stitches does a skein of DMC 3829 make?
About 1,826 full cross stitches on 14 count Aida with 2 strands. Fabric count, strands and your tension change that number.