DMC 453 (Light Shell Gray) — Thread Conversion Guide

DMC 453

Quick Conversion

Brand Equivalent Match Quality
Anchor 231 exact
Madeira 1806 exact
Cosmo 157 close
Sullivans 45103 close

About DMC 453 (Light Shell Gray)

DMC 453, known as Light Shell Gray, is a popular embroidery floss color in the DMC stranded cotton range. This color is widely used in cross-stitch and embroidery projects.

Substitution Tips

When substituting DMC 453 with another brand, always compare a small stitched sample on your project fabric. Colors can appear different depending on the fabric count and lighting conditions.

Individual Conversions

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