2230a — Persimmon
Oranges family#EF6A15
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2230a? This medium, highly saturated orange shade (Persimmon) is hex #EF6A15, RGB 239, 106, 21. 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 2230a
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2230a
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 2230a
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2230a
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, Weeks Dye Works 2230a (Persimmon) 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 2230a (Persimmon) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Weeks Dye Works 2230a (Persimmon) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 4131 (Fiesta) (ΔE 3.07) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 2230a
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2230a, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Weeks Dye Works2230a in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2230a
Known as Persimmon, Weeks Dye Works 2230a is a medium, highly saturated shade sitting in the oranges family with deep amber tones. With a vibrant and steady quality, this thread works beautifully in fall harvest scenes and monarch butterflies. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring persimmon patterns and autumn leaves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2230a — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2230a is Persimmon — a medium orange thread (hex #EF6A15, RGB 239, 106, 21). It shows up most in pumpkins and marigolds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2230a?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2230a (Persimmon) is DMC 971 (Pumpkin) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 740 (Tangerine (971), 84%) and DMC 970 (Pumpkin light, 77%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2230a?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2230a are 4131 Fiesta (ΔE 3.07), 2228 Pumpkin (ΔE 3.09), and 2230 Clockwork (ΔE 4.24). These are useful substitutes when 2230a is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2230a good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2230a (Persimmon) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring pumpkins, marigolds, fall wreaths, citrus motifs. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2230a.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2230a (Persimmon) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2230a 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.