1134 — Cherub
Oranges family#E7C8B9
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 1134? This light, moderately saturated orange shade (Cherub) is hex #E7C8B9, RGB 231, 200, 185. Cross-brand equivalents in Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Weeks Dye Works shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 1134
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1134
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Weeks Dye Works Colors to 1134
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1134
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Weeks Dye Works 1134 (Cherub) falls where flesh tones live; portrait and figure charts lean on shades like it, graded against nearby lighter and darker threads for natural shadow.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 1134 (Cherub) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Weeks Dye Works 1134 (Cherub) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 1133 (Conch) (ΔE 2.19) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 1134
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1134, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Weeks Dye Works1134 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1134
Meet Weeks Dye Works 1134, Cherub — a moderately saturated, light thread in the oranges family with deep amber tones. Stitchers describe its character as gentle and approachable, perfect for fall wreaths and citrus motifs. It blends comfortably into projects centered on fox designs and fall harvest scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1134 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1134 is Cherub — a light orange thread (hex #E7C8B9, RGB 231, 200, 185). It shows up most in sunsets and warm accents.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1134?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1134 (Cherub) is DMC 948 (Peach very light) with a 78% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3774 (Desert Sand very light, 77%) and DMC 543 (Beige Brown ultra very light, 76%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1134?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1134 are 1133 Conch (ΔE 2.19), 1129 Peach Fuzz (ΔE 3.35), and 1139 Chablis (ΔE 3.88). These are useful substitutes when 1134 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1134 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1134 (Cherub) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring sunsets, warm accents, seasonal designs, pumpkins. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 1134.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1134 (Cherub) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1134 are never perfectly flat, and later dye lots can read differently. Reserve one lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.