2219 — Whiskey
Oranges family#D8A236
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2219? This medium, vivid orange shade (Whiskey) is hex #D8A236, RGB 216, 162, 54. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and J&P Coates are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Weeks Dye Works shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 2219
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2219
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 2219
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2219
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
As a hand-dyed floss, Weeks Dye Works 2219 (Whiskey) 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 2219
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2219, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Weeks Dye Works2219 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2219
Weeks Dye Works 2219 (Whiskey) is a medium, vivid shade in the oranges family with golden orange tones. With a rich and lively quality, this thread works beautifully in persimmon patterns and autumn leaves. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring sunsets and warm accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2219 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2219 (Whiskey) is a medium shade in the oranges family with hex #D8A236 and RGB 216, 162, 54. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2219?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2219 (Whiskey) is DMC 3821 (Straw) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3820 (Straw dark, 80%) and DMC 728 (Golden Yellow, 77%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2219?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2219 are 2224 Squash (ΔE 3.81), 2220 Curry (ΔE 5.18), and 2211 Olive (ΔE 5.95). These are useful substitutes when 2219 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2219?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2219 (Whiskey) when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2219.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2219 (Whiskey) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2219 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.