DMC 3833 Light Raspberry
DMC 3833 Light Raspberry is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#EA8699 and RGB 234, 134, 153. The closest substitute is DMC 3733 Dusty Rose.
Color values
| DMC code | 3833 |
|---|---|
| Name | Light Raspberry |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #EA8699 |
| RGB | 234, 134, 153 |
| HSL | 349°, 70%, 72% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3733 Dusty Rose | View color | Very close |
| 893 Light Carnation | View color | Close |
| 3806 Light Cyclamen Pink | View color | Close |
| 962 Medium Dusty Rose | View color | Close |
| 899 Medium Rose | View color | Close |
| 3712 Medium Salmon | 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 3833 in patterns
Light Raspberry 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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