DMC 553
DMC 553 Violet
DMC 553 is “Violet”, a color from the pink and purple family of DMC’s six-strand embroidery floss.
- Code
- DMC 553
- Catalog name
- Violet
- Color family
- Pink and purple
- Approximate screen color
#A3638B- 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-2508 Duracoat Galvanized
#A56891
Frequently asked questions
What color is DMC 553?
DMC 553 is the floss DMC calls “Violet”, from the pink and purple family. Its approximate screen color is #A3638B.
What can I use instead of DMC 553?
The closest shades to DMC 553 in the same family are DMC 3835, DMC 33, DMC 3607. Compare the threads side by side in daylight before swapping.
How many stitches does a skein of DMC 553 make?
About 1,826 full cross stitches on 14 count Aida with 2 strands. Fabric count, strands and your tension change that number.