DMC 947
DMC 947 Burnt Orange
DMC 947 is “Burnt Orange”, a color from the yellow and orange family of DMC’s six-strand embroidery floss.
- Code
- DMC 947
- Catalog name
- Burnt Orange
- Color family
- Yellow and orange
- Approximate screen color
#FF7B4D- 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 947?
DMC 947 is the floss DMC calls “Burnt Orange”, from the yellow and orange family. Its approximate screen color is #FF7B4D.
What can I use instead of DMC 947?
The closest shades to DMC 947 in the same family are DMC 721, DMC 722, DMC 720. Compare the threads side by side in daylight before swapping.
How many stitches does a skein of DMC 947 make?
About 1,826 full cross stitches on 14 count Aida with 2 strands. Fabric count, strands and your tension change that number.