2241 — Chrysanthemum
Oranges family
Below: Weeks Dye Works 2241 (Chrysanthemum), a medium, moderately saturated orange shade with hex #A35C44 and RGB 163, 92, 68. 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.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2241
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Weeks Dye Works Colors to 2241
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2241
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Weeks Dye Works 2241 (Chrysanthemum) falls where flesh tones live; portrait and figure charts lean on shades like it, graded against nearby lighter and darker threads for natural shadow.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 2241 (Chrysanthemum) 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 2241
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2241, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Weeks Dye Works 2241 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2241
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2241, Chrysanthemum — a moderately saturated, medium thread in the oranges family with deep amber tones. The steady and rich character of this shade lends itself well to fall wreaths and citrus motifs. Stitchers frequently choose it for fox designs and fall harvest scenes in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2241 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2241 is Chrysanthemum — a medium orange thread (hex #A35C44, RGB 163, 92, 68). It shows up most in sunsets and warm accents.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2241?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2241 (Chrysanthemum) is DMC 3772 (Desert Sand very dark) with a 77% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 356 (Terra Cotta medium, 68%) and DMC 3826 (Golden Brown, 66%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2241?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2241 are 2239 Terra Cotta (ΔE 3.99), 4107 Confetti (ΔE 4.8), and 1332 Red Pear (ΔE 5.81). These are useful substitutes when 2241 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2241 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2241 (Chrysanthemum) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring sunsets, warm accents, seasonal designs, pumpkins. 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 2241.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2241 (Chrysanthemum) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2241 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.