DMC Coloris Embroidery Floss is a multi-color thread composed of a blend of four complementary colors in one thread, the color changes every 5cm with little gradation between the change. 8.7 yards per skein, comprised of six size 25 easily separated strands. 100% cotton thread is colorfast, fade resistant, and offers guaranteed DMC color consistency from one skein to another. Black Forest- Colors are shades of brown, red, and cream.