DMC 472
DMC 472 Avocado Green Ultra Light
DMC 472 is “Avocado Green Ultra Light”, a color from the yellow and orange family of DMC’s six-strand embroidery floss.
- Code
- DMC 472
- Catalog name
- Avocado Green Ultra Light
- Color family
- Yellow and orange
- Approximate screen color
#D8E498- 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-876 Matte Opaque Lime AB
#B8C981
Frequently asked questions
What color is DMC 472?
DMC 472 is the floss DMC calls “Avocado Green Ultra Light”, from the yellow and orange family. Its approximate screen color is #D8E498.
What can I use instead of DMC 472?
The closest shades to DMC 472 in the same family are DMC 165, DMC 17, DMC 18. Compare the threads side by side in daylight before swapping.
How many stitches does a skein of DMC 472 make?
About 1,826 full cross stitches on 14 count Aida with 2 strands. Fabric count, strands and your tension change that number.