To me, when using the silks, the variegated threads make a huge difference. I did stitch a Chat with the DMC conversion and it was a bit darker and the coloring wasn't the same. Was still very pretty when I was done, but there is a difference there.

Jess
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WIP: Greek Mandela- Chatelaine, Passione Ricamo Fairy Mystery 

Chart Wishlist: Holly, Jasmine, Violet, Rose, Tiger Lilly, Morning Glory, Iris, Spring Garden - Lilac, Sweet Pea, Pansy, Magnolia, Caprice, Melody, Harmony,Lyrical, Waterlilly, Lady Slipper, Evening Primrose, Letters B C F G H K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z, Waiting For Ships, PR: Over the Rainbow. Little Snap Dragon by Dyan Allaire