2239 — Terra Cotta
Reds family#CB5534
Below: Weeks Dye Works 2239 (Terra Cotta), a medium, vivid red shade with hex #CB5534 and RGB 203, 85, 52. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Weeks Dye Works 2239
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2239
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 2239
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2239
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
As a hand-dyed floss, Weeks Dye Works 2239 (Terra Cotta) 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 2239
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2239, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works2239 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2239
Weeks Dye Works 2239 (Terra Cotta) is a medium, vivid shade in the reds family with red-orange tones. The rich and lively mood of this color makes it a natural fit for valentines and poppies. Expect to see it used in cardinal birds and apple motifs across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2239 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2239 (Terra Cotta) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #CB5534 and RGB 203, 85, 52. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring roses and hearts.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2239?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2239 (Terra Cotta) is DMC 921 (Copper) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 720 (Orange Spice dark, 79%) and DMC 3776 (Mahogany light, 77%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2239?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2239 are 2242 Cognac (ΔE 3.4), 2241 Chrysanthemum (ΔE 4.2), and 2238 Sweet Potato (ΔE 5.14). These are useful substitutes when 2239 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2239?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2239 (Terra Cotta) when your project calls for roses, hearts, holiday designs, bold accents. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2239.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2239 (Terra Cotta) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2239 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.