1227a — Turmeric
Oranges family#E18B28
Below: Weeks Dye Works 1227a (Turmeric), a medium, vivid orange shade with hex #E18B28 and RGB 225, 139, 40. 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.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1227a
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 1227a
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1227a
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 1227a (Turmeric) 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 1227a (Turmeric) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 1227a
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1227a, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Weeks Dye Works1227a in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1227a
Meet Weeks Dye Works 1227a, Turmeric — a vivid, medium thread in the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. The vibrant and steady character of this shade lends itself well to fall wreaths and citrus motifs. Stitchers frequently choose it for fox designs and fall harvest scenes in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1227a — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1227a is Turmeric — a medium orange thread (hex #E18B28, RGB 225, 139, 40). It shows up most in sunsets and warm accents.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1227a?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1227a (Turmeric) is DMC 783 (Topaz medium) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3854 (Autumn Gold medium, 71%) and DMC 3827 (Golden Brown pale, 70%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1227a?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1227a are 1224 Amber (ΔE 4.73), 2225a Marmalade (ΔE 4.78), and 1225a Liquid Gold (ΔE 5.36). These are useful substitutes when 1227a is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1227a good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1227a (Turmeric) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring sunsets, warm accents, seasonal designs, pumpkins. 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 1227a.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1227a (Turmeric) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1227a 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.