1154 — Graphite
Grays family#857874
Below: Weeks Dye Works 1154 (Graphite), a medium, subdued gray shade with hex #857874 and RGB 133, 120, 116. Find its closest Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Weeks Dye Works 1154
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1154
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 1154
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1154
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 1154 (Graphite) 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 1154 (Graphite) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 1300a (Chia) (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 1154
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1154, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
Weeks Dye Works1154 in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1154
Meet Weeks Dye Works 1154, Graphite — a subdued, medium thread in the grays family. The restrained and earthy character of this shade lends itself well to shading and outlines. Stitchers frequently choose it for urban scenes and neutral backgrounds in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1154 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1154 is Graphite — a medium gray thread (hex #857874, RGB 133, 120, 116). It shows up most in industrial designs and wolf patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1154?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1154 (Graphite) is DMC 451 (Shell Grey dark) with a 74% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 647 (Beaver Grey medium, 59%) and DMC 3861 (Cocoa light, 57%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1154?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1154 are 1300a Chia (ΔE 1.73), 1299 Porpoise (ΔE 4.22), and 1301a Battle Axe (ΔE 8.02). These are useful substitutes when 1154 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1154 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1154 (Graphite) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring industrial designs, wolf patterns, storm cloud accents, slate textures. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 1154.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1154 (Graphite) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1154 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.