DMC 869 to Madeira: Thread Conversion

Madeira 2105 is a close match for DMC 869 Very Dark Hazelnut Brown. The close rating indicates some difference in the orange-red warmth that defines 869's character — Madeira's version may read as slightly more generic dark brown or with a marginally different warmth balance. For designs where 869 is used as a warm dark accent without strict hazelnut specificity, Madeira 2105 is a workable alternative. For autumn leaf work and wood grain designs where the warm-red character matters, testing Madeira 2105 alongside your other autumn colors first is recommended.