3856 — Mahogany ultra very light
Oranges family
Need details on DMC 3856? This medium-light, vivid orange shade (Mahogany ultra very light) is hex #E5A472, RGB 229, 164, 114. Cross-brand equivalents in Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby DMC shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 3856
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar DMC Colors to 3856
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 3856
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like DMC 3856 (Mahogany ultra very light) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for DMC 3856
DMC threads that pair well with 3856, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
DMC 3856 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About DMC 3856
DMC 3856 (Mahogany ultra very light) is a medium-light, vivid shade in the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. With a balanced and lively quality, this thread works beautifully in persimmon patterns and autumn leaves. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring sunsets and warm accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does DMC 3856 look like?
DMC 3856 (Mahogany ultra very light) is a medium-light shade in the oranges family with hex #E5A472 and RGB 229, 164, 114. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Which Anchor thread matches DMC 3856?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 3856 (Mahogany ultra very light) is Anchor 1047 (Copper Light) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 942 (Tan Light, 77%) and Anchor 347 (Chocolate Light, 76%).
What DMC colors are similar to 3856?
The closest DMC threads to 3856 are 3827 Golden Brown pale (ΔE 4.28), 437 Tan light (ΔE 4.36), and 945 Tawny medium (ΔE 5.47). These are useful substitutes when 3856 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use DMC 3856?
Reach for DMC 3856 (Mahogany ultra very light) when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 3856.
What fabric color works best with DMC 3856 (Mahogany ultra very light)?
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first. For reference, 3856 has a contrast ratio of about 2.1:1 on white fabric and 9.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.