DMC 894 Very Light Carnation
DMC 894 Very Light Carnation is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#FFB2BB and RGB 255, 178, 187. The closest substitute is DMC 776 Medium Pink.
Color values
| DMC code | 894 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Light Carnation |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #FFB2BB |
| RGB | 255, 178, 187 |
| HSL | 353°, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 776 Medium Pink | View color | Very close |
| 3326 Light Rose | View color | Very close |
| 604 Light Cranberry | View color | Very close |
| 3706 Medium Melon | View color | Very close |
| 957 Pale Geranium | View color | Very close |
| 760 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 894 in patterns
Very Light Carnation 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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