DMC 151 Very Light Dusty Rose
DMC 151 Very Light Dusty Rose is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#F0CED4 and RGB 240, 206, 212. The closest substitute is DMC 153 Very Light Violet.
Color values
| DMC code | 151 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Light Dusty Rose |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #F0CED4 |
| RGB | 240, 206, 212 |
| HSL | 349°, 53%, 87% |
Hex and RGB values describe how the thread renders on screen; dye lots and lighting make real floss vary slightly.
Closest DMC substitutes
| Substitute | Details | Closeness |
|---|---|---|
| 153 Very Light Violet | View color | Very close |
| 963 Ultra Very Light Dusty Rose | View color | Close |
| 3779 Ultra Very Light Terra Cotta | View color | Close |
| 3708 Light Melon | View color | Close |
| 3713 Very Light Salmon | View color | Close |
| 818 Baby Pink | View color | Close |
Ratings use perceptual CIELAB color distance, the same math as the DMC color matcher. Compare physical skeins in daylight before substituting in large areas.
How to use DMC 151 in patterns
Very Light Dusty Rose sits in the Pinks family and works as a soft floral and skin-detail color. It is a natural fit for flowers, blush, baby patterns, romantic motifs, and gentle highlights, and for lighter detail in portraits, pets, and gifts.
- Pairs well with cream neutrals, muted greens, soft browns.
- Pattern ideas: baby samplers, floral patterns, wedding gifts.
- Also useful for soft accents when red would feel too strong.
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