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DMC Six-Strand Embroidery Floss

By Connie G. Barwick, About.com

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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