DMC 3856
DMC 3856 Mahogany Ultra Very Light
DMC 3856 is “Mahogany Ultra Very Light”, a color from the yellow and orange family of DMC’s six-strand embroidery floss.
- Code
- DMC 3856
- Catalog name
- Mahogany Ultra Very Light
- Color family
- Yellow and orange
- Approximate screen color
#FFD3B5- 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 3856?
DMC 3856 is the floss DMC calls “Mahogany Ultra Very Light”, from the yellow and orange family. Its approximate screen color is #FFD3B5.
What can I use instead of DMC 3856?
The closest shades to DMC 3856 in the same family are DMC 945, DMC 951, DMC 950. Compare the threads side by side in daylight before swapping.
How many stitches does a skein of DMC 3856 make?
About 1,826 full cross stitches on 14 count Aida with 2 strands. Fabric count, strands and your tension change that number.