DMC 486 to Sullivans: Thread Conversion

The closest Sullivans equivalent to DMC 486 (Medium Red Orange) is Sullivans 45121.

Close Match
DMC 486 (Medium Red Orange)

DMC 486 — Medium Red Orange

Conversion Notes

Sullivans 45121 is a close match for DMC 486. At the high saturation level of red-orange, dye lot variation in lower-cost brands can occasionally show — more so than with muted or neutral shades. For multi-skein purchases of this shade, verify that skeins come from the same lot. For single-skein accent use in fire, fox, and autumn designs, Sullivans 45121 is a practical economy option.

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