DMC 161 to Sullivans: Thread Conversion

The closest Sullivans equivalent to DMC 161 (Gray Blue) is Sullivans 45476.

Close Match
DMC 161 (Gray Blue)

DMC 161 — Gray Blue

Conversion Notes

Sullivans 45476 is a close match in the medium-dark grey-blue range. At this middle-dark saturation, coverage differences between Sullivans and DMC are generally minimal with standard two-strand working on 14-count. For the shadow anchor role that 161 plays in shading sequences, Sullivans 45476 should provide the necessary visual weight without the thread appearing thin or washed out — confirm on a test swatch, particularly for large stone-wall or overcast-sky fills.

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