DMC #996 is a vivid, neon-adjacent cyan-blue. It's one of the most intensely saturated blues in the entire DMC palette and a go-to choice whenever a design demands visual impact.
Product Details
- Color: Medium Electric Blue
- Thread type: 6-strand divisible cotton floss
- Skein length: 8.7 yards (8 meters)
- Material: 100% long-staple Egyptian cotton
- Colorfast: Fade- and bleed-resistant; safe for washing
Best Used For
- Pop art and graphic cross-stitch with bold, flat color blocking
- Ocean waves, tropical water, and reef scenes
- Tropical birds — macaws, parrots, and kingfishers
- Butterfly wings and iridescent insect details
- Fantasy, celestial, and sci-fi inspired embroidery
- Electric and neon-themed modern needlework
- Children's embroidery and playful projects