DMC 798 to Sullivans: Thread Conversion

DMC 798 Dark Delft Blue embroidery floss

The closest Sullivans equivalent to DMC 798 (Dark Delft Blue) is Sullivans 45208.

Close Match

Hex #466A8E · blues family

DMC 798 #466A8E
92% match
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Conversion Notes

Sullivans 45208 is a close match for DMC 798 Dark Delft Blue. For traditional sampler designs where this Delft blue fills decorative border bands and primary motifs, Sullivans 45208 provides a practical approximation at viewing distance for most applications. The slightly grayed quality that distinguishes Delft blue from the brighter, more assertive royal blue range is the key character to verify in hand before use in Delft-specific applications: if Sullivans 45208 reads as a brighter, more saturated blue than the DMC original, it will shift the visual register from period-appropriate Delft to more contemporary graphic blue. For blue-and-white ceramic reproduction designs where the entire aesthetic depends on the specific Delft blue quality, the exact-rated Anchor 131 and Madeira 1005 are preferable over close-rated alternatives. For general traditional sampler work where a medium-dark blue provides border and motif colors without strict period accuracy requirements, Sullivans 45208 performs adequately. Dye lot consistency is particularly important for large Delft panel fills: checking lot numbers when purchasing multiple skeins of Sullivans 45208 ensures the blue reads consistently across the entire piece.

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 798, 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 798 to Sullivans 45208

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 798 is unavailable and Sullivans 45208 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 798 and Sullivans 45208 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 798 and Sullivans 45208: 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 798 to Sullivans FAQ

These answers are the same statements published in this page's FAQ structured data.

What is the Sullivans equivalent of DMC 798?+

The closest Sullivans equivalent to DMC 798 (Dark Delft Blue) is Sullivans 45208. This is a close match.

Is the DMC 798 to Sullivans conversion exact?+

The conversion from DMC 798 (Dark Delft Blue) to Sullivans 45208 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 798 and Sullivans 45208 in the same project?+

You can use DMC 798 and Sullivans 45208 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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