2199 — Tarragon
Yellows family#766F52
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2199? This medium-dark, muted yellow shade (Tarragon) is hex #766F52, RGB 118, 111, 82. 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 2199
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2199
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 2199
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2199
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 2199 (Tarragon) 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 2199
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2199, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Yellows Family
Weeks Dye Works2199 in context with nearby shades from the yellows color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2199
Weeks Dye Works 2199 is the floss known as Tarragon: a muted, medium-dark member of the yellows family with warm gold tones. Stitchers describe its character as deep and grounded, perfect for warm backgrounds and golden accents. It blends comfortably into projects centered on stars and honey themes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2199 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2199 (Tarragon) is a medium-dark shade in the yellows family with hex #766F52 and RGB 118, 111, 82. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring rubber duck designs and bumblebee patterns.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2199?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2199 (Tarragon) is DMC 3022 (Brown Grey medium) with a 78% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3012 (Khaki Green medium, 69%) and DMC 640 (Beige Grey very dark, 67%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2199?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2199 are 1259 Pamilco (ΔE 4.11), 1302 Pelican Grey (ΔE 5.72), and 2195 Grassland (ΔE 7.66). These are useful substitutes when 2199 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2199?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2199 (Tarragon) when your project calls for rubber duck designs, bumblebee patterns, canary themes, sunflowers. Its medium-dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2199.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2199 (Tarragon) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2199 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.