DMC 522 to Anchor: Thread Conversion

The closest Anchor equivalent to DMC 522 (Fern Green) is Anchor 860.

Exact Match
DMC 522 (Fern Green)

DMC 522 — Fern Green

Conversion Notes

Anchor 860 is an exact match for DMC 522 Fern Green, nailing the grey-green muting that makes this thread read as sage and lichen rather than vivid foliage. The coverage and value are close enough that transitioning from DMC to Anchor 860 within a 520/522/523/524 gradient is essentially seamless on 14-count Aida. One of the more dependable exact-match swaps in the medium-muted green range, suitable for herb garden samplers, woodland fills, and tapestry reproductions with equal confidence.

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