1343 — Boysenberry
Pinks family#830538
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 1343? This medium-dark, highly saturated pink shade (Boysenberry) is hex #830538, RGB 131, 5, 56. 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 1343
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 1343
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 1343
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 1343
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 1343 (Boysenberry) 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 1343 (Boysenberry) 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 2261 (Sedona) is so near (ΔE 2.04), 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 1343
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 1343, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Weeks Dye Works1343 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 1343
Weeks Dye Works 1343 is the floss known as Boysenberry: a highly saturated, medium-dark member of the pinks family with rose pink tones. Stitchers describe its character as deep and vivid, perfect for flamingo designs and tulip blooms. It blends comfortably into projects centered on cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 1343 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 1343 (Boysenberry) is a medium-dark shade in the pinks family with hex #830538 and RGB 131, 5, 56. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 1343?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 1343 (Boysenberry) is DMC 777 (Raspberry very dark) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 150 (Dusty Rose ultra very dark, 79%) and DMC 3803 (Mauve medium, 77%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 1343?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 1343 are 2261 Sedona (ΔE 2.04), 1336 Raspberry (ΔE 3.59), and 4121 Indian Summer (ΔE 3.81). These are useful substitutes when 1343 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 1343?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 1343 (Boysenberry) when your project calls for blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects. Its medium-dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 1343.
Does Weeks Dye Works 1343 (Boysenberry) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 1343 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.