DMC 3341 Apricot
DMC 3341 Apricot is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#FCAB98 and RGB 252, 171, 152. The closest substitute is DMC 758 Very Light Terra Cotta.
Color values
| DMC code | 3341 |
|---|---|
| Name | Apricot |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #FCAB98 |
| RGB | 252, 171, 152 |
| HSL | 11°, 94%, 79% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 758 Very Light Terra Cotta | View color | Close |
| 20 Shrimp | View color | Close |
| 353 Peach | View color | Close |
| 352 Light Coral | View color | Close |
| 152 Medium Light Shell Pink | View color | Close |
| 3771 Ultra Very Light Terra Cotta | 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 3341 in patterns
Apricot 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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