893 — Carnation light
Reds family
DMC 893 — Carnation light — has hex #FB4D6D and RGB 251, 77, 109. This medium-light, highly saturated red thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar DMC shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 893
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 893
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 893
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, DMC 893 (Carnation light) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
DMC 893 (Carnation light) sits a hair from DMC 956 (Geranium) (ΔE 2.85) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for DMC 893
DMC threads that pair well with 893, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC 893 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About DMC 893
Known as Carnation light, DMC 893 is a medium-light, highly saturated shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. It has a crisp and versatile feel that suits ladybug designs and barn scenes particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with tomato patterns or roses for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
DMC 893 — what color is it?
The color of DMC 893 is Carnation light — a medium-light red thread (hex #FB4D6D, RGB 251, 77, 109). It shows up most in berries and valentines.
What is the Anchor equivalent of DMC 893?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 893 (Carnation light) is Anchor 27 (Baby Pink Dark) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 40 (Rose, 65%) and Anchor 54 (Pink Very Dark, 63%).
Which DMC threads are close to 893?
The closest DMC threads to 893 are 956 Geranium (ΔE 2.85), 3706 Melon medium (ΔE 3.67), and 899 Rose medium (ΔE 5.48). These are useful substitutes when 893 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is DMC 893 good for?
DMC 893 (Carnation light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 893.
What fabric color works best with DMC 893 (Carnation 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, 893 has a contrast ratio of about 3.3:1 on white fabric and 6.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.