1291 — Basil
Reds family#9D7B7E
Weeks Dye Works 1291 — Basil — has hex #9D7B7E and RGB 157, 123, 126. This medium, subdued red thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Weeks Dye Works 1291
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1291
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 1291
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1291
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 1291 (Basil) 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 1291
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1291, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works1291 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1291
Meet Weeks Dye Works 1291, Basil — a subdued, medium thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. Its tone is restrained and earthy, making it a popular choice for poppies and cardinal birds. It pairs nicely in designs that call for apple motifs or ladybug designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1291 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1291 is Basil — a medium red thread (hex #9D7B7E, RGB 157, 123, 126). It shows up most in hearts and holiday designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1291?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1291 (Basil) is DMC 3042 (Antique Violet light) with a 68% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3861 (Cocoa light, 68%) and DMC 452 (Shell Grey medium, 66%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1291?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1291 are 1126 Coleus (ΔE 6.44), 1299 Porpoise (ΔE 6.71), and 1300a Chia (ΔE 8.42). These are useful substitutes when 1291 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1291 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1291 (Basil) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring hearts, holiday designs, bold accents, berries. 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 1291.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1291 (Basil) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1291 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.