2201 — Moss
Yellows family#7E7715
Weeks Dye Works 2201 — Moss — has hex #7E7715 and RGB 126, 119, 21. This medium-dark, vivid yellow thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Weeks Dye Works 2201
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2201
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 2201
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2201
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
With its high saturation, Weeks Dye Works 2201 (Moss) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 2201 (Moss) 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 2201
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2201, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Yellows Family
Weeks Dye Works2201 in context with nearby shades from the yellows color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2201
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2201, Moss — a vivid, medium-dark thread in the yellows family with sunny yellow tones. Its tone is intense and saturated, making it a popular choice for wheat fields and daffodils. It pairs nicely in designs that call for lemon motifs or rubber duck designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2201 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2201 is Moss — a medium-dark yellow thread (hex #7E7715, RGB 126, 119, 21). It shows up most in highlights and warm backgrounds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2201?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2201 (Moss) is DMC 581 (Moss Green) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 733 (Olive Green medium, 62%) and DMC 3012 (Khaki Green medium, 62%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2201?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2201 are 2197 Oscar (ΔE 6.79), 2195 Grassland (ΔE 7.01), and 1265 Garrison Green (ΔE 7.05). These are useful substitutes when 2201 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2201 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2201 (Moss) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring highlights, warm backgrounds, golden accents, stars. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2201.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2201 (Moss) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2201 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.