2223 — Saffron
Oranges family#FCD682
Weeks Dye Works 2223 (Saffron) is a light, highly saturated orange shade with hex code #FCD682 and RGB values 252, 214, 130. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and color harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 2223
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2223
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 2223
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2223
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Saturated shades like Weeks Dye Works 2223 (Saffron) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
As a hand-dyed floss, Weeks Dye Works 2223 (Saffron) 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.
Because Weeks Dye Works 2218 (Sally's Sunshine) is so near (ΔE 3.11), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 2223
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2223, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Weeks Dye Works2223 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2223
Weeks Dye Works 2223 is the floss known as Saffron: a highly saturated, light member of the oranges family with golden orange tones. Its soft and lively presence shines in warm accents and seasonal designs alike. Pull this thread for pumpkins or marigolds when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2223 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2223 (Saffron) is a light shade in the oranges family with hex #FCD682 and RGB 252, 214, 130. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall harvest scenes and monarch butterflies.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2223?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2223 (Saffron) is DMC 745 (Yellow light pale) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 744 (Yellow pale, 82%) and DMC 677 (Old Gold very light, 78%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2223?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2223 are 2218 Sally's Sunshine (ΔE 3.11), 2221a Yukon Gold (ΔE 4.77), and 1118 Goldenrod (ΔE 6.92). These are useful substitutes when 2223 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2223?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2223 (Saffron) when your project calls for fall harvest scenes, monarch butterflies, persimmon patterns, autumn leaves. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2223.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2223 (Saffron) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2223 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.