Cross-Stitch Thread Conversion Guide
Find the closest equivalent thread colors across DMC, Anchor, Madeira, Cosmo, and Sullivans. Visual swatches, match quality ratings, and tips for every color.
552 DMC colors 8 brands 8,800+ conversion pages
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Find Your Color
Search by DMC number, color name, or browse by color family. Each color has its own dedicated page.
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See Equivalents
We show the closest match in Anchor, Madeira, Cosmo, and Sullivans — with match quality ratings so you know how close the colors are.
3
Stitch with Confidence
Read substitution tips specific to each color. Conversions are approximate, so we recommend testing a small sample first.
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