DMC 451
DMC 451 Shell Gray Dark
DMC 451 is “Shell Gray Dark”, a color from the gray and black family of DMC’s six-strand embroidery floss.
- Code
- DMC 451
- Catalog name
- Shell Gray Dark
- Color family
- Gray and black
- Approximate screen color
#917B73- 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 451?
DMC 451 is the floss DMC calls “Shell Gray Dark”, from the gray and black family. Its approximate screen color is #917B73.
What can I use instead of DMC 451?
The closest shades to DMC 451 in the same family are DMC 646, DMC 169, DMC 414. Compare the threads side by side in daylight before swapping.
How many stitches does a skein of DMC 451 make?
About 1,826 full cross stitches on 14 count Aida with 2 strands. Fabric count, strands and your tension change that number.