DMC 3609 Ultra Light Plum
DMC 3609 Ultra Light Plum is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#F4AED5 and RGB 244, 174, 213. The closest substitute is DMC 3608 Very Light Plum.
Color values
| DMC code | 3609 |
|---|---|
| Name | Ultra Light Plum |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #F4AED5 |
| RGB | 244, 174, 213 |
| HSL | 327°, 76%, 82% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3608 Very Light Plum | View color | Close |
| 554 Light Violet | View color | Similar |
| 23 Apple Blossom | View color | Similar |
| 604 Light Cranberry | View color | Similar |
| 3706 Medium Melon | View color | Similar |
| 605 Very Light Cranberry | 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 3609 in patterns
Ultra Light Plum 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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