DMC 355 Dark Terra Cotta
DMC 355 Dark Terra Cotta is a Reds family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#984436 and RGB 152, 68, 54. The closest substitute is DMC 3858 Medium Rosewood.
Color values
| DMC code | 355 |
|---|---|
| Name | Dark Terra Cotta |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #984436 |
| RGB | 152, 68, 54 |
| HSL | 9°, 48%, 40% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3858 Medium Rosewood | View color | Close |
| 3777 Very Dark Terra Cotta | View color | Close |
| 221 Very Dark Shell Pink | View color | Close |
| 3830 Terra Cotta | View color | Close |
| 3721 Dark Shell Pink | View color | Similar |
| 301 Medium Mahogany | View color | Similar |
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 355 in patterns
Dark Terra Cotta sits in the Reds family and works as a warm accent color. It is a natural fit for flowers, hearts, berries, lettering, and holiday details, and for small focal points that need strong contrast.
- Pairs well with deep neutrals, soft pinks, cream backgrounds.
- Pattern ideas: rose motifs, Valentine designs, Christmas ornaments.
- Also useful for warm shadows in portraits and gift patterns.
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