2234 — Autumn Leaves
Reds family#F9825D
Below: Weeks Dye Works 2234 (Autumn Leaves), a medium-light, highly saturated red shade with hex #F9825D and RGB 249, 130, 93. Find its closest Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Weeks Dye Works 2234
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2234
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 2234
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2234
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 2234 (Autumn Leaves) 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 2234 (Autumn Leaves) 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 2234
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2234, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works2234 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2234
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2234, Autumn Leaves — a highly saturated, medium-light thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. The crisp and versatile character of this shade lends itself well to roses and hearts. Stitchers frequently choose it for holiday designs and bold accents in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2234 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2234 is Autumn Leaves — a medium-light red thread (hex #F9825D, RGB 249, 130, 93). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2234?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2234 (Autumn Leaves) is DMC 3341 (Apricot) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 722 (Orange Spice light, 77%) and DMC 402 (Mahogany very light, 74%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2234?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2234 are 2246 Sunset (ΔE 6.29), 2226 Carrot (ΔE 6.48), and 2243 Cantaloupe (ΔE 7.61). These are useful substitutes when 2234 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2234 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2234 (Autumn Leaves) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2234.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2234 (Autumn Leaves) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2234 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.