DMC 601 Dark Cranberry
DMC 601 Dark Cranberry is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#D1286A and RGB 209, 40, 106. The closest substitute is DMC 600 Very Dark Cranberry.
Color values
| DMC code | 601 |
|---|---|
| Name | Dark Cranberry |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #D1286A |
| RGB | 209, 40, 106 |
| HSL | 337°, 68%, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 600 Very Dark Cranberry | View color | Close |
| 3804 Dark Cyclamen Pink | View color | Close |
| 602 Medium Cranberry | View color | Close |
| 3805 Cyclamen Pink | View color | Close |
| 150 Ultra Very Dark Dusty Rose | 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 601 in patterns
Dark Cranberry 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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