DMC 3856 Ultra Very Light Mahogany
DMC 3856 Ultra Very Light Mahogany is a Oranges family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#FFD3B5 and RGB 255, 211, 181. The closest substitute is DMC 945 Tawny.
Color values
| DMC code | 3856 |
|---|---|
| Name | Ultra Very Light Mahogany |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #FFD3B5 |
| RGB | 255, 211, 181 |
| HSL | 24°, 100%, 85% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 945 Tawny | View color | Very close |
| 754 Light Peach | View color | Close |
| 951 Light Tawny | View color | Close |
| 3824 Light Apricot | View color | Close |
| 738 Very Light Tan | 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 3856 in patterns
Ultra Very Light Mahogany sits in the Oranges family and works as a warm highlight and autumn color. It is a natural fit for pumpkins, sunsets, copper details, fall leaves, and warm lettering, and for golden highlights in animal fur and landscapes.
- Pairs well with browns, warm yellows, muted greens.
- Pattern ideas: pumpkin designs, autumn samplers, sunset landscapes.
- Also useful for playful accents in beginner-friendly designs.
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