DMC Pearl Cotton No 5 for Cross Stitch

This page gathers DMC Coton Perlé No 5 in 25 m skeins for cross stitchers, in every colour code; heavy twisted, glossy mercerised cotton, not separated. In cross stitch, single-strand No 5 gives a full stitch on 8–11 ct heavy aida; in children's work and large-motif cushions it replaces 6 strands of floss. Colour codes match DMC floss. The product guide and all colours are in DMC Pearl Cotton No 5, the size comparison in DMC Pearl Cotton, the cross stitch perle selection in Cross Stitch DMC Pearl Cotton.

Where to Use It

No 5 suits a medium punch needle, 8–11 ct large cross stitch, heavy satin stitch and edge lace. Choose the needle one size larger for the perle weight; use single strand, wash at 40°C, colourfast.