1251 — Hosta
Grays family#949A96
Weeks Dye Works 1251 (Hosta) is a medium-light, subdued gray shade with hex code #949A96 and RGB values 148, 154, 150. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and color harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 1251
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1251
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 1251
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1251
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 1251 (Hosta) 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 1251
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1251, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
Weeks Dye Works1251 in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1251
Meet Weeks Dye Works 1251, Hosta — a subdued, medium-light thread in the grays family. Its restrained and versatile presence shines in cobblestone paths and industrial designs alike. Pull this thread for wolf patterns or storm cloud accents when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1251 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1251 is Hosta — a medium-light gray thread (hex #949A96, RGB 148, 154, 150). It shows up most in outlines and urban scenes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1251?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1251 (Hosta) is DMC 648 (Beaver Grey light) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 927 (Grey Green light, 75%) and DMC 03 (Medium Tin, 70%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1251?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1251 are 1181 Cape Cod (ΔE 5.74), 2110 Jay Bird (ΔE 7.75), and 1241 Desert (ΔE 7.94). These are useful substitutes when 1251 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1251 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1251 (Hosta) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring outlines, urban scenes, neutral backgrounds, castle walls. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 1251.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1251 (Hosta) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1251 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.