DMC 3042 (Light Antique Violet) — Thread Conversion Guide

DMC 3042

Quick Conversion

Brand Equivalent Match Quality
Anchor 870 exact
Madeira 0807 close
Cosmo 271 close
Sullivans 45327 close

About DMC 3042 (Light Antique Violet)

DMC 3042, known as Light Antique Violet, is a popular embroidery floss color in the DMC stranded cotton range. This color is widely used in cross-stitch and embroidery projects.

Substitution Tips

When substituting DMC 3042 with another brand, always compare a small stitched sample on your project fabric. Colors can appear different depending on the fabric count and lighting conditions.

Individual Conversions

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