DMC 824 to Sullivans: Thread Conversion

DMC 824 Very Dark Blue embroidery floss

The closest Sullivans equivalent to DMC 824 (Very Dark Blue) is Sullivans 45225.

Close Match

Hex #396987 · blues family

DMC 824 #396987
92% match
Stored match for Sullivans 45225 Sullivans 45225 Sullivans 45225 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.

Only the DMC swatch is rendered as stored color data here. Compare the physical target skein before you assume a visual match.

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Conversion Notes

Sullivans 45225 is a close match for DMC 824 Very Dark Blue. The close rating in deep blues like this typically reflects a minor undertone variation that's less critical at this dark value than it would be at a mid-range value. Coverage is solid at standard Aida counts, and the color reads as dark blue in finished work without looking obviously different from DMC 824. For large ocean or sky fills, buying a consistent lot from the same source reduces any visible dye lot variation in Sullivans' product. One practical consideration for designs using 824 as the dark anchor of a blue gradient: if you're substituting Sullivans 45225 for DMC 824 at the bottom of the gradient, using Sullivans equivalents for the lighter blues in the same progression maintains internal consistency better than mixing Sullivans at the dark end with DMC at the lighter steps, where any undertone difference would become visible at the transition between brands.

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 824, 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 824 to Sullivans 45225

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 824 is unavailable and Sullivans 45225 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 824 and Sullivans 45225 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 824 and Sullivans 45225: 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 824 to Sullivans FAQ

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

What is the Sullivans equivalent of DMC 824?+

The closest Sullivans equivalent to DMC 824 (Very Dark Blue) is Sullivans 45225. This is a close match.

Is the DMC 824 to Sullivans conversion exact?+

The conversion from DMC 824 (Very Dark Blue) to Sullivans 45225 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 824 and Sullivans 45225 in the same project?+

You can use DMC 824 and Sullivans 45225 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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