Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed Floss

1334 — Merlot

Reds family#83021A

Looking up Weeks Dye Works 1334? It's Merlot, a medium-dark red shade (#83021A / RGB 131, 2, 26). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Weeks Dye Works alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#83021A
RGB
131, 2, 26
HSL
349°, 97%, 26%
Lab
26.6, 49.1, 26.2
Lightness
26%
Dark
Saturation
97%
Vivid
Hue
349°
Family
Reds

About Weeks Dye Works 1334

Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss

Strands
6 strands
Sold as
5 yd skein

Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1334

The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.

Weeks Dye Works 1334Merlot

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

On white fabric
10.6:1
On dark fabric
2:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
maroon

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Bold accents & focal points

With its high saturation, Weeks Dye Works 1334 (Merlot) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.

Hand-dyed notes

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.

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.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Reds Family

Weeks Dye Works1334 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About Weeks Dye Works 1334

Meet Weeks Dye Works 1334, Merlot — a highly saturated, 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 #83021A, RGB 131, 2, 26). 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 498 (Christmas Red dark) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3777 (Terra Cotta very dark, 79%) and DMC 816 (Garnet, 76%).

Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 1334?

The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1334 are 1331 Brick (ΔE 3.44), 1333 Lancaster Red (ΔE 4.08), and 2267 Ladybug (ΔE 5.55). 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.