DMC: The World Standard in Embroidery Thread Since 1746

DMC (Dollfus-Mieg et Compagnie) was founded in Mulhouse, France, in 1746 and its colour numbers are the reference for almost every cross stitch chart in the world. Hobianna stocks more than 2,000 genuine DMC items: Mouliné Spécial 117 stranded cotton in all 500 colours, Coton Perlé No. 5, 8 and 12, Tapestry Wool, Light Effects, Etoile, Diamant, Satin, Coloris, Color Variations, Eco Vita recycled cotton, Broder Special, Babylo and Cordonnet lace threads, 28 count evenweave fabric, needles and the original colour card. Browse all threads in Threads and fabrics in Fabrics & Aida.

Choosing the Right DMC Thread

If your chart uses DMC numbers, pick the colours straight from the 117 range; no conversion needed. Use two strands on 14 count Aida, three on 11 count and one or two on 16–18 count. One 8 m skein covers most small motifs; allow two or three skeins per colour for large pictures. For punch needle choose Coton Perlé No. 5, for needlepoint Tapestry Wool or six strands of Mouliné. All DMC products are colourfast and can be hand washed at 30–40°C. We ship worldwide from Istanbul with tracked delivery.