DMC 490 to Madeira: Thread Conversion
The closest Madeira equivalent to DMC 490 (Teal Green) is Madeira 1205.
Close Match DMC 490 (Teal Green)
DMC 490 — Teal Green
Conversion Notes
Madeira 1205 is internally consistent with Madeira 1204 (for 489), making the Madeira teal pair a sound choice for projects using both shades together. The 1205 tracks the DMC original closely and performs well in primary fill areas — which is where 490 typically spends most of its thread. Good colorfastness makes Madeira a practical choice for display-quality teal work.
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