2151 — Gulf (obsolete)
Greens family
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2151? This medium, subdued green shade (Gulf (obsolete)) is hex #758567, RGB 117, 133, 103. Cross-brand equivalents in Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani 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 2151
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 2151
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2151
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 2151 (Gulf (obsolete)) 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 2151 (Gulf (obsolete)) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2166 (Bayberry) (ΔE 2.68) — 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 2151
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2151, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Greens Family
Weeks Dye Works 2151 in context with nearby shades from the greens color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2151
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2151, Gulf (obsolete) — a subdued, medium thread in the greens family with yellow-green tones. Stitchers describe its character as restrained and earthy, perfect for forest canopies and cactus motifs. It blends comfortably into projects centered on shamrock designs and frog patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2151 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2151 is Gulf (obsolete) — a medium green thread (hex #758567, RGB 117, 133, 103). It shows up most in nature scenes and holiday projects.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2151?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2151 (Gulf (obsolete)) is DMC 522 (Fern Green) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3052 (Green Grey medium, 75%) and DMC 320 (Pistachio Green medium, 64%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2151?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2151 are 2166 Bayberry (ΔE 2.68), 2198 Ivy (ΔE 2.81), and 2196 Scuppernong (ΔE 4.13). These are useful substitutes when 2151 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2151 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2151 (Gulf (obsolete)) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring nature scenes, holiday projects, landscape details, ferns. 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 2151.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2151 (Gulf (obsolete)) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2151 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.