DMC 600 Very Dark Cranberry
DMC 600 Very Dark Cranberry is a Reds family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#CD2F63 and RGB 205, 47, 99. The closest substitute is DMC 601 Dark Cranberry.
Color values
| DMC code | 600 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Dark Cranberry |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #CD2F63 |
| RGB | 205, 47, 99 |
| HSL | 340°, 63%, 49% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 601 Dark Cranberry | View color | Close |
| 602 Medium Cranberry | View color | Close |
| 150 Ultra Very Dark Dusty Rose | View color | Close |
| 3804 Dark Cyclamen Pink | View color | Close |
| 3801 Very Dark Melon | View color | Similar |
| 3350 Ultra Dark Dusty Rose | 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 600 in patterns
Very Dark Cranberry 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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