2104 — Deep Sea
Blues family#20485C
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2104? It's Deep Sea, a dark blue shade (#20485C / RGB 32, 72, 92). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Weeks Dye Works alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Weeks Dye Works 2104
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2104
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 2104
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2104
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 2104 (Deep Sea) 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 2104 (Deep Sea) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 1285 (Twilight) (ΔE 3.16) — 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 2104
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2104, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Weeks Dye Works2104 in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2104
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2104, Deep Sea — a moderately saturated, dark thread in the blues family with sky blue tones. The shade reads as strong and confident — a go-to choice for skies and water. It also turns up in patterns built around denim textures and cool-toned backgrounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2104 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2104 is Deep Sea — a dark blue thread (hex #20485C, RGB 32, 72, 92). It shows up most in bluebird motifs and whale designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2104?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2104 (Deep Sea) is DMC 930 (Antique Blue dark) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3808 (Turquoise ultra very dark, 75%) and DMC 3765 (Very Dark Peacock Blue, 67%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2104?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2104 are 1285 Twilight (ΔE 3.16), 2107a Blue Suede (ΔE 8.99), and 3940 Okefenokee (ΔE 9.3). These are useful substitutes when 2104 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2104 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2104 (Deep Sea) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring bluebird motifs, whale designs, sapphire accents, porcelain patterns. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2104.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2104 (Deep Sea) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2104 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.