2226 — Carrot
Oranges family#EE8951
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2226? This medium-light, highly saturated orange shade (Carrot) is hex #EE8951, RGB 238, 137, 81. 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 2226
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2226
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 2226
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2226
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like Weeks Dye Works 2226 (Carrot) 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 2226 (Carrot) 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 2226
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2226, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Weeks Dye Works2226 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2226
Weeks Dye Works 2226 (Carrot) is a medium-light, highly saturated shade in the oranges family with deep amber tones. With a balanced and lively quality, this thread works beautifully in marigolds and fall wreaths. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring citrus motifs and fox designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2226 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2226 (Carrot) is a medium-light shade in the oranges family with hex #EE8951 and RGB 238, 137, 81. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring autumn leaves and sunsets.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2226?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2226 (Carrot) is DMC 402 (Mahogany very light) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 977 (Golden Brown light, 81%) and DMC 722 (Orange Spice light, 80%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2226?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2226 are 4131 Fiesta (ΔE 5.56), 2234 Autumn Leaves (ΔE 6.48), and 2233 Hot Rod (ΔE 6.93). These are useful substitutes when 2226 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2226?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2226 (Carrot) when your project calls for autumn leaves, sunsets, warm accents, seasonal designs. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2226.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2226 (Carrot) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2226 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.