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 Cross Stitch Design Stitched with DMC Floss Photo and Design © Connie G. Thomas, licensed to About.com, Inc. Cross Stitch ResourcesMake Your Own Floss Storage SystemChoose Basic SuppliesStitch Your First Cross Stitch Popular Cross Stitch FlossNew posts to the Cross-Stitch forums:DMC Six-Strand Embroidery FlossType of Floss: DMC six-strand embroidery floss, also known as Article 117, is available for purchase as individual skeins or in multicolor floss packs. DMC is the abbreviation of Dollfus-Mieg & Compagnie, an early name for the company. Composition of DMC Embroidery Floss: DMC six-strand embroidery floss is 100% long-staple cotton. Wide Range of Colors: There are 454 solid colors and 18 variegated colors of DMC six-strand embroidery floss. Characteristics of DMC Embroidery Floss: DMC six-strand embroidery floss is
mercerized, colorfast, washable, and fade-resistant. Tips for Working with DMC Six-Strand Embroidery Floss: Separate the strands and recombine for better coverage, and smoother, flatter stitches. Floss Conversion Charts: Use these handy Floss Conversion Charts to make it easy to change floss colors in a pattern to DMC. Information About the Photo: The image above shows a model of the free The Road Home pattern stitched with DMC floss on Aida fabric.
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