DMC 869 to Sullivans: Thread Conversion

Sullivans 45242 is a close match for DMC 869 Very Dark Hazelnut Brown. For chestnut and acorn botanical designs where 869 provides the warm brown seed case color, Sullivans 45242 performs adequately in most finished work. The specific orange-red warmth of 869 that distinguishes it from cooler dark browns may be partially captured in the Sullivans version. For designs where 869's hazelnut character is incidental — where any warm dark brown suffices — Sullivans 45242 is a practical and accessible substitute.