2108a — Shepard's Blue
Blues family
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2108a? This medium-dark, subdued blue shade (Shepard's Blue) is hex #525B68, RGB 82, 91, 104. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and J&P Coates are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Weeks Dye Works shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2108a
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Weeks Dye Works Colors to 2108a
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2108a
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 2108a (Shepard's 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 2108a (Shepard's Blue) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2108 (Battleship) (ΔE 3.18) — 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 2108a
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2108a, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Weeks Dye Works 2108a in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2108a
Known as Shepard's Blue, Weeks Dye Works 2108a is a medium-dark, subdued shade sitting in the blues family with sky blue tones. With a somber and rich quality, this thread works beautifully in sapphire accents and porcelain patterns. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring hydrangea blooms and skies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2108a — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2108a is Shepard's Blue — a medium-dark blue thread (hex #525B68, RGB 82, 91, 104). It shows up most in nautical themes and winter scenes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2108a?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2108a (Shepard's Blue) is DMC 317 (Pewter Grey) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 414 (Steel Grey dark, 69%) and DMC 931 (Antique Blue medium, 64%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2108a?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2108a are 2108 Battleship (ΔE 3.18), 4117 Father's Day (ΔE 4.99), and 1295 Blackboard (ΔE 6.98). These are useful substitutes when 2108a is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2108a good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2108a (Shepard's Blue) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring nautical themes, winter scenes, forget-me-nots, bluebird motifs. 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 2108a.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2108a (Shepard's Blue) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2108a 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.