1334 — Merlot
Reds family
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 1334? It's Merlot, a medium-dark red shade (#751F2A / RGB 117, 31, 42). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Weeks Dye Works alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1334
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Weeks Dye Works Colors to 1334
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1334
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 1334 (Merlot) 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 1334 (Merlot) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2264 (Garnet) (ΔE 1.98) — 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 1334
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1334, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works 1334 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1334
Meet Weeks Dye Works 1334, Merlot — a vivid, medium-dark thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. The shade reads as intense and saturated — a go-to choice for roses and hearts. It also turns up in patterns built around holiday designs and bold accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 1334 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 1334 is Merlot — a medium-dark red thread (hex #751F2A, RGB 117, 31, 42). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 1334?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1334 (Merlot) is DMC 221 (Shell Pink very dark) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 815 (Garnet medium, 86%) and DMC 777 (Raspberry very dark, 81%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1334?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1334 are 2264 Garnet (ΔE 1.98), 1339 Bordeaux (ΔE 3.03), and 2259 Cayenne (ΔE 4.34). These are useful substitutes when 1334 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 1334 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 1334 (Merlot) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 1334.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1334 (Merlot) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1334 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.