DMC 869
DMC 869 Hazelnut Brown Very Dark
DMC 869 is “Hazelnut Brown Very Dark”, a color from the brown family of DMC’s six-strand embroidery floss.
- Code
- DMC 869
- Catalog name
- Hazelnut Brown Very Dark
- Color family
- Brown
- Approximate screen color
#835E39- 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-1735 Color Lined
#815C38
Frequently asked questions
What color is DMC 869?
DMC 869 is the floss DMC calls “Hazelnut Brown Very Dark”, from the brown family. Its approximate screen color is #835E39.
What can I use instead of DMC 869?
The closest shades to DMC 869 in the same family are DMC 610, DMC 434, DMC 632. Compare the threads side by side in daylight before swapping.
How many stitches does a skein of DMC 869 make?
About 1,826 full cross stitches on 14 count Aida with 2 strands. Fabric count, strands and your tension change that number.