1225a — Liquid Gold
Oranges family#CC7C12
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 1225a? This medium, highly saturated orange shade (Liquid Gold) is hex #CC7C12, RGB 204, 124, 18. 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.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1225a
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 1225a
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1225a
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, Weeks Dye Works 1225a (Liquid Gold) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 1225a (Liquid Gold) 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 1225a (Liquid Gold) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 4101 (Trick or Treat) (ΔE 2.54) — 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 1225a
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1225a, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Weeks Dye Works1225a in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1225a
Meet Weeks Dye Works 1225a, Liquid Gold — a highly saturated, medium thread in the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. Stitchers describe its character as vibrant and steady, perfect for autumn leaves and sunsets. It blends comfortably into projects centered on warm accents and seasonal designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1225a — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1225a is Liquid Gold — a medium orange thread (hex #CC7C12, RGB 204, 124, 18). It shows up most in citrus motifs and fox designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1225a?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1225a (Liquid Gold) is DMC 783 (Topaz medium) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3852 (Straw very dark, 84%) and DMC 729 (Old Gold medium, 70%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1225a?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1225a are 4101 Trick or Treat (ΔE 2.54), 1227a Turmeric (ΔE 5.36), and 1227 Bright Leaf (ΔE 6.48). These are useful substitutes when 1225a is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1225a good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1225a (Liquid Gold) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes, monarch butterflies. 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 1225a.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1225a (Liquid Gold) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1225a 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.