DMC Pearl Cotton No 5 for Embroidery

This page gathers DMC Coton Perlé No 5 in 25 m skeins for embroiderers, in every colour code; heavy twisted, glossy mercerised cotton, not separated. In embroidery, No 5 is used single in heavy satin, chain, knots and edge lace; it gives a full, glossy surface. 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 embroidery perle selection in Embroidery 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.