1336 — Raspberry
Reds family#85072F
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 1336? This medium-dark, highly saturated red shade (Raspberry) is hex #85072F, RGB 133, 7, 47. Cross-brand equivalents in Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Weeks Dye Works shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 1336
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1336
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 1336
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1336
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like Weeks Dye Works 1336 (Raspberry) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
As a hand-dyed floss, Weeks Dye Works 1336 (Raspberry) varies gently within and between skeins — that is the charm. Reserve one dye lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.
Because Weeks Dye Works 1321 (Williamsburg) is so near (ΔE 2.42), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 1336
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1336, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works1336 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1336
Weeks Dye Works 1336 is the floss known as Raspberry: a highly saturated, medium-dark member of the reds family. Stitchers describe its character as deep and vivid, perfect for holiday designs and bold accents. It blends comfortably into projects centered on berries and valentines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 1336 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 1336 (Raspberry) is a medium-dark shade in the reds family with hex #85072F and RGB 133, 7, 47. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 1336?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1336 (Raspberry) is DMC 777 (Raspberry very dark) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 150 (Dusty Rose ultra very dark, 86%) and DMC 816 (Garnet, 86%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 1336?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1336 are 1321 Williamsburg (ΔE 2.42), 4121 Indian Summer (ΔE 2.74), and 1343 Boysenberry (ΔE 3.59). These are useful substitutes when 1336 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 1336?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 1336 (Raspberry) when your project calls for ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses. Its medium-dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 1336.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1336 (Raspberry) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1336 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.