DMC 780 to Sullivans: Thread Conversion

DMC 780 Ultra Very Dark Topaz embroidery floss

The closest Sullivans equivalent to DMC 780 (Ultra Very Dark Topaz) is Sullivans 45198.

Close Match

Hex #94631A · yellows family

DMC 780 #94631A
92% match
Stored match for Sullivans 45198 Sullivans 45198 Sullivans 45198 does not have an official hex preview stored on this site. Treat the page as a physical skein shortlist, then verify the real thread in person before you rely on the match.

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Conversion Notes

Sullivans 45198 is a close match for DMC 780 Ultra Very Dark Topaz. For shadow applications in wildlife designs — the deep mane shadows of a lion portrait, the darkest fur areas of warm-toned bears and golden eagles, the shadow zones of chestnut or palomino horse coats — Sullivans 45198 should provide adequate depth and warmth for most practical applications. The close rating at this very deep value is less critical than it would be in mid-range or pale tones, because the visual distinction between two deep golden-brown approximations is harder to detect in finished work at normal viewing distance. The practical test is whether the value step from Sullivans 45198 to Sullivans 45199 (the 781 equivalent) reads as a natural gradient rather than an indistinguishable merge or an abrupt jump. For designs where 780 provides the absolute deepest shadow value in a complete topaz gradient sequence, placing both Sullivans close-rated alternatives at their respective positions and evaluating the gradient step before committing to large shadow fill areas is the most reliable approach. For standalone deep accent use in modest quantities, Sullivans 45198 is workable without extensive testing.

Reference quality

How We Validate This Match

This Sullivans page is meant to help you shortlist a replacement quickly, then verify the physical skein before you mix brands in the same stitched area.

Methodology
This comparison uses the site's source-of-truth record for DMC 780, the stored Sullivans equivalent, and the saved close rating before rendering the page copy.
Verification status
Close cross-brand match. Treat it as a shortlist, not proof that the physical threads will be visually identical under every fabric and light condition.
Source basis
Published cross-brand floss chart mapping. Use it as a shortlist, then confirm with physical thread because sheen and dye lots still matter.
Last reviewed
2026-04-20
Best use
Close and approximate matches work best for replacements, backups, or whole-project brand swaps after you stitch a small sample on the target fabric.

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Decision guide

When to trust DMC 780 to Sullivans 45198

This page is strongest as a decision aid, not as a guarantee that two branded skeins will vanish into each other without testing.

Best for

  • + Replacing missing floss when DMC 780 is unavailable and Sullivans 45198 is good enough after a stitched sample check.
  • + Shortlisting a Sullivans substitute before you buy skeins, especially if your project can tolerate small differences in sheen or dye lot.
  • + Comparing this Sullivans candidate against the other conversions and nearby DMC shades linked from the page before you commit to a full swap.

Watch for

  • ! Close matches are not safe to assume interchangeable in focal areas without a physical test on your fabric.
  • ! Brand sheen, strand thickness, and project lighting can make DMC 780 and Sullivans 45198 look further apart than the stored match rating suggests.
  • ! If the design depends on smooth gradients or skin-tone transitions, compare this swap against the neighboring DMC shades before you substitute a large block.

Before you commit

  1. Compare DMC 780 and Sullivans 45198: lay the physical skeins together in daylight before you mix brands in the same stitched area.
  2. Test on your project fabric: stitch a small sample so fabric color and stitch density reveal whether the match still holds at full coverage.
  3. Keep a fallback ready: if the swap feels off, use the linked related DMC shades or another brand conversion instead of forcing the closest stored match.

DMC 780 to Sullivans FAQ

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What is the Sullivans equivalent of DMC 780?+

The closest Sullivans equivalent to DMC 780 (Ultra Very Dark Topaz) is Sullivans 45198. This is a close match.

Is the DMC 780 to Sullivans conversion exact?+

The conversion from DMC 780 (Ultra Very Dark Topaz) to Sullivans 45198 is rated as a close match. Thread colors vary slightly between brands, so compare physical thread in daylight before stitching a large area.

Can I mix DMC 780 and Sullivans 45198 in the same project?+

You can use DMC 780 and Sullivans 45198 together when the close match is acceptable for your project, but always test them side by side on your fabric first because sheen and dye lots can create visible differences.

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