DMC 815 Medium Garnet
DMC 815 Medium Garnet is a Reds family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#87071F and RGB 135, 7, 31. The closest substitute is DMC 814 Dark Garnet.
Color values
| DMC code | 815 |
|---|---|
| Name | Medium Garnet |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #87071F |
| RGB | 135, 7, 31 |
| HSL | 349°, 90%, 28% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 814 Dark Garnet | View color | Very close |
| 816 Garnet | View color | Close |
| 3685 Very Dark Mauve | View color | Close |
| 498 Dark Red | View color | Close |
| 3777 Very Dark Terra Cotta | View color | Similar |
| 902 Very Dark Garnet | 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 815 in patterns
Medium Garnet 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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