2111 — Sky
Blues family#698DA6
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2111? It's Sky, a medium blue shade (#698DA6 / RGB 105, 141, 166). 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 2111
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2111
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 2111
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2111
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 2111 (Sky) 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 2111 (Sky) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2104a (Winnie B Blue) (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 2111
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2111, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Weeks Dye Works2111 in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2111
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2111, Sky — a muted, medium thread in the blues family with sky blue tones. The shade reads as restrained and earthy — a go-to choice for forget-me-nots and bluebird motifs. It also turns up in patterns built around whale designs and sapphire accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2111 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2111 is Sky — a medium blue thread (hex #698DA6, RGB 105, 141, 166). It shows up most in water and denim textures.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2111?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2111 (Sky) is DMC 932 (Antique Blue light) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 809 (Delft Blue, 77%) and DMC 813 (Blue light, 70%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2111?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2111 are 2104a Winnie B Blue (ΔE 3.06), 1286 Salt Glaze (ΔE 3.69), and 2113 Union Blue (ΔE 4.4). These are useful substitutes when 2111 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2111 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2111 (Sky) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring water, denim textures, cool-toned backgrounds, nautical themes. 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 2111.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2111 (Sky) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2111 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.