2104a — Winnie B Blue
Blues family#5E8CA3
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2104a? It's Winnie B Blue, a medium blue shade (#5E8CA3 / RGB 94, 140, 163). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Weeks Dye Works alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Weeks Dye Works 2104a
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2104a
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 2104a
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2104a
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 2104a (Winnie B Blue) 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 2104a (Winnie B Blue) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2111 (Sky) (ΔE 3.06) — 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 2104a
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2104a, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Weeks Dye Works2104a in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2104a
Known as Winnie B Blue, Weeks Dye Works 2104a is a medium, muted shade sitting in the blues family with sky blue tones. Expect a restrained and earthy look that suits sapphire accents, porcelain patterns, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching hydrangea blooms or skies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2104a — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2104a is Winnie B Blue — a medium blue thread (hex #5E8CA3, RGB 94, 140, 163). It shows up most in nautical themes and winter scenes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2104a?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2104a (Winnie B Blue) is DMC 518 (Wedgewood light) with a 75% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 932 (Antique Blue light, 71%) and DMC 809 (Delft Blue, 70%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2104a?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2104a are 2111 Sky (ΔE 3.06), 2113 Union Blue (ΔE 3.79), and 1286 Salt Glaze (ΔE 5.47). These are useful substitutes when 2104a is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2104a good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2104a (Winnie B Blue) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring nautical themes, winter scenes, forget-me-nots, bluebird motifs. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2104a.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2104a (Winnie B Blue) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2104a shifts subtly skein to skein — that gentle variegation is the appeal. Buy enough for a project in one dye lot and stitch in a random order to blend any variation.