2161 — Julep
Teals family#83A3A2
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2161? It's Julep, a medium-light teal shade (#83A3A2 / RGB 131, 163, 162). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Weeks Dye Works alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Weeks Dye Works 2161
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2161
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 2161
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2161
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 2161 (Julep) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 2161
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2161, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Teals Family
Weeks Dye Works2161 in context with nearby shades from the teals color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2161
Known as Julep, Weeks Dye Works 2161 is a medium-light, subdued shade sitting in the teals family. Expect a restrained and versatile look that suits nature themes, ocean waves, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching peacock feathers or coastal scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2161 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2161 is Julep — a medium-light teal thread (hex #83A3A2, RGB 131, 163, 162). It shows up most in sea glass tones and tidepool patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2161?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2161 (Julep) is DMC 927 (Grey Green light) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 598 (Turquoise light, 69%) and DMC 3813 (Blue Green light, 67%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2161?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2161 are 2121 Bermuda (ΔE 3.24), 2116 Blue Fescue (ΔE 4.07), and 2110 Jay Bird (ΔE 6.31). These are useful substitutes when 2161 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2161 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2161 (Julep) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring sea glass tones, tidepool patterns, water and sky, tropical motifs. 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 2161.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2161 (Julep) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2161 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.