Cross-Stitch Thread Conversion Guide
Find the closest equivalent thread colors across DMC, Anchor, Madeira, Cosmo, and Sullivans. Visual swatches, match quality ratings, and tips for every color.
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How Thread Conversion Works
Find Your Color
Search by DMC number, color name, or browse by color family. Each color has its own dedicated page.
See Equivalents
We show the closest match in Anchor, Madeira, Cosmo, and Sullivans — with match quality ratings so you know how close the colors are.
Stitch with Confidence
Read substitution tips specific to each color. Conversions are approximate, so we recommend testing a small sample first.