1141 — Foxglove
Light Grays family#BDB8B7
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 1141? This light, subdued light gray shade (Foxglove) is hex #BDB8B7, RGB 189, 184, 183. 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 1141
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1141
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 1141
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1141
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 1141 (Foxglove) 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 1141 (Foxglove) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 4141 (Clam Shell) (ΔE 1.73) — 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 1141
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1141, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Light Grays Family
Weeks Dye Works1141 in context with nearby shades from the light grays color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1141
Meet Weeks Dye Works 1141, Foxglove — a subdued, light thread in the light grays family. Stitchers describe its character as quiet and understated, perfect for subtle shading and metallic effects. It blends comfortably into projects centered on winter themes and stone textures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1141 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1141 is Foxglove — a light light gray thread (hex #BDB8B7, RGB 189, 184, 183). It shows up most in rain clouds and mouse designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1141?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1141 (Foxglove) is DMC 01 (White Tin) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 02 (Tin, 77%) and DMC 05 (Light Driftwood, 73%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1141?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1141 are 4141 Clam Shell (ΔE 1.73), 1152 King Mackerel (ΔE 5.82), and 1216 Caramel (ΔE 6.33). These are useful substitutes when 1141 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1141 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1141 (Foxglove) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring rain clouds, mouse designs, concrete textures, dusty surface highlights. 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 1141.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1141 (Foxglove) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1141 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.