2116 — Blue Fescue (obsolet
Grays family
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2116? It's Blue Fescue (obsolet, a medium gray shade (#62706F / RGB 98, 112, 111). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Weeks Dye Works alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2116
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 2116
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2116
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
As a hand-dyed floss, Weeks Dye Works 2116 (Blue Fescue (obsolet) 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.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 2116
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2116, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Grays Family
Weeks Dye Works 2116 in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2116
Weeks Dye Works 2116 (Blue Fescue (obsolet) is a medium, subdued shade in the grays family. Expect a warm and grounded look that suits rabbit fur, shading, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching outlines or urban scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2116 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2116 (Blue Fescue (obsolet) is a medium shade in the grays family with hex #62706F and RGB 98, 112, 111. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring cobblestone paths and industrial designs.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2116?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2116 (Blue Fescue (obsolet) is DMC 926 (Grey Green medium) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 169 (Pewter light, 76%) and DMC 414 (Steel Grey dark, 54%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2116?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2116 are 1284 Cadet (ΔE 3.72), 2110 Jay Bird (ΔE 4.38), and 1296 Dolphin (ΔE 6.45). These are useful substitutes when 2116 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2116?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2116 (Blue Fescue (obsolet) when your project calls for cobblestone paths, industrial designs, wolf patterns, storm cloud accents. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2116.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2116 (Blue Fescue (obsolet) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2116 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.