2151 — Gulf
Teals family#89B9A6
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2151? This medium-light, muted teal shade (Gulf) is hex #89B9A6, RGB 137, 185, 166. 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.
About Weeks Dye Works 2151
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2151
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 2151
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2151
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 2151 (Gulf) 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) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2181 (Cactus) (ΔE 2.2) — 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.
Teals Family
Weeks Dye Works2151 in context with nearby shades from the teals color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2151
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2151, Gulf — a muted, medium-light thread in the teals family. Stitchers describe its character as restrained and versatile, perfect for coastal scenes and dragonflies. It blends comfortably into projects centered on turtle designs and mermaid motifs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2151 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2151 is Gulf — a medium-light teal thread (hex #89B9A6, RGB 137, 185, 166). It shows up most in tropical motifs and cool accents.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2151?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2151 (Gulf) is DMC 3817 (Celadon Green light) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3813 (Blue Green light, 76%) and DMC 13 (Medium Light Nile Green, 66%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2151?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2151 are 2181 Cactus (ΔE 2.2), 2131 Aqua (ΔE 6.53), and 1280 Verdigris (ΔE 6.79). 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) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring tropical motifs, cool accents, nature themes, ocean waves. Its medium-light 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) 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.