893 — Carnation light
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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.
About DMC 893
DMC Six-Strand Embroidery Floss (Mouliné Spécial)
- Also sold as
- Dahlia
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 8 m skein
Brand Equivalents for DMC 893
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Closest match to DMC 893 in 67 more brands
The single nearest shade in every other palette we hold, from needlepoint silks and wools to fuse beads and yarn. Match quality is perceptual color distance: 93% and up is hard to tell apart, under 75% is a visible shift.
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Need the runners-up, or a whole pattern converted? The thread conversion chart ranks every alternative for DMC 893 (Carnation light) in any brand.
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.
DMC 893 in other DMC lines
DMC reuses base numbers across its specialty lines, so the same shade can exist as a satin, a metallic, or a sparkle floss under a prefixed code. Here is where Carnation light turns up.
DMC 893 is a Mouliné Spécial-only number: there is no Satin, Light Effects, or Étoile version of this shade. For a sheen or sparkle in the same tone, blend one strand of the nearest metallic with two strands of DMC 893.
Diamond painting: the same number is sold as a drill — Diamond Dotz D893, Diamond Drills USA DMC893. A kit legend or drill bag marked 893 means this color. See the diamond painting DMC chart for every code with drill availability.
Color Harmonies for DMC 893
DMC threads that pair well with 893, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC893 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 54 (Pink Very Dark) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 38 (Dusty Pink, 77%) and Anchor 40 (Rose, 76%).
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.
Is there a metallic or satin version of DMC 893?
No. DMC 893 (Carnation light) exists only as Mouliné Spécial six-strand cotton — there is no Satin, Light Effects, or Étoile code for it. For a matching shine, blend one strand of the nearest Light Effects color with two strands of the cotton.
What is the diamond painting drill code for DMC 893?
Diamond Dotz D893 and Diamond Drills USA DMC893 carry the same number. Diamond painting adopted DMC's numbering, so a kit legend or drill bag marked 893 is this color regardless of drill brand — though each manufacturer dyes to the reference in its own batches, so avoid mixing brands inside one large block.
Which other thread brands come closest to DMC 893?
Outside the main floss brands, the nearest shades we hold are Eterna Silk 1650 Blush Medium (95%), Coco C01 (94%), MARD F12 (94%). Percentages are perceptual color distance between the two swatches; anything above about 93% is hard to tell apart on fabric.