1300a — Chia
Grays family#887772
Weeks Dye Works 1300a — Chia — has hex #887772 and RGB 136, 119, 114. This medium, subdued gray 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 1300a
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1300a
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 1300a
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1300a
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 1300a (Chia) 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 1300a (Chia) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 1154 (Graphite) (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 1300a
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1300a, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
Weeks Dye Works1300a in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1300a
Meet Weeks Dye Works 1300a, Chia — a subdued, medium thread in the grays family. Its tone is restrained and earthy, making it a popular choice for cobblestone paths and industrial designs. It pairs nicely in designs that call for wolf patterns or storm cloud accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1300a — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1300a is Chia — a medium gray thread (hex #887772, RGB 136, 119, 114). It shows up most in outlines and urban scenes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1300a?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1300a (Chia) is DMC 451 (Shell Grey dark) with a 74% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3861 (Cocoa light, 65%) and DMC 452 (Shell Grey medium, 59%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1300a?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1300a are 1154 Graphite (ΔE 1.73), 1299 Porpoise (ΔE 3.77), and 1291 Basil (ΔE 8.42). These are useful substitutes when 1300a is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1300a good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1300a (Chia) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring outlines, urban scenes, neutral backgrounds, castle walls. 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 1300a.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1300a (Chia) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1300a 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.