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DMC Six-Strand Embroidery Floss

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Cross Stitch Design Stitched With DMC Floss

Cross Stitch Design Stitched with DMC Floss

Photo and Design © Connie G. Barwick, licensed to About.com, Inc.

Type 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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