1301 — Julian
Purples family#A36790
Below: Weeks Dye Works 1301 (Julian), a medium, muted purple shade with hex #A36790 and RGB 163, 103, 144. 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.
About Weeks Dye Works 1301
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1301
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 1301
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1301
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 1301 (Julian) 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 1301
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1301, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Purples Family
Weeks Dye Works1301 in context with nearby shades from the purples color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1301
Meet Weeks Dye Works 1301, Julian — a muted, medium thread in the purples family. The restrained and earthy character of this shade lends itself well to amethyst tones and iris blooms. Stitchers frequently choose it for eggplant designs and plum themes in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1301 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1301 is Julian — a medium purple thread (hex #A36790, RGB 163, 103, 144). It shows up most in royal motifs and floral details.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1301?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1301 (Julian) is DMC 3836 (Grape light) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 316 (Antique Mauve medium, 63%) and DMC 209 (Lavender dark, 58%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1301?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1301 are 1337 Raspberry Tart (ΔE 3.61), 4115 Mother's Day (ΔE 4.76), and 1313 Purple Haze (ΔE 6.44). These are useful substitutes when 1301 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1301 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1301 (Julian) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring royal motifs, floral details, elegant accents, grape clusters. 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 1301.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1301 (Julian) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1301 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.