DMC 23 Apple Blossom
DMC 23 Apple Blossom is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#F1B8C6 and RGB 241, 184, 198. The closest substitute is DMC 605 Very Light Cranberry.
Color values
| DMC code | 23 |
|---|---|
| Name | Apple Blossom |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #F1B8C6 |
| RGB | 241, 184, 198 |
| HSL | 345°, 67%, 83% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 605 Very Light Cranberry | View color | Very close |
| 778 Very Light Antique Mauve | View color | Close |
| 3689 Light Mauve | View color | Close |
| 3708 Light Melon | View color | Close |
| 3727 Light Antique Mauve | View color | Close |
| 224 Very Light Shell 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 23 in patterns
Apple Blossom 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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