Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed Floss

2241 — Chrysanthemum

Reds family#DA5F3B

Below: Weeks Dye Works 2241 (Chrysanthemum), a medium, vivid red shade with hex #DA5F3B and RGB 218, 95, 59. 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.

Hex
#DA5F3B
RGB
218, 95, 59
HSL
14°, 68%, 54%
Lab
55.5, 46.1, 43.6
Lightness
54%
Medium
Saturation
68%
Rich
Hue
14°
Family
Reds

About Weeks Dye Works 2241

Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss

Strands
6 strands
Sold as
5 yd skein

Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2241

The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.

Weeks Dye Works 2241Chrysanthemum

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

On white fabric
3.7:1
On dark fabric
5.7:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
coral

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Bold accents & focal points

With its high saturation, Weeks Dye Works 2241 (Chrysanthemum) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.

Hand-dyed notes

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.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Reds Family

Weeks Dye Works2241 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About Weeks Dye Works 2241

Meet Weeks Dye Works 2241, Chrysanthemum — a vivid, medium thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. The vibrant and steady character of this shade lends itself well to poppies and cardinal birds. Stitchers frequently choose it for apple motifs and ladybug designs 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 red thread (hex #DA5F3B, RGB 218, 95, 59). It shows up most in hearts and holiday designs.

What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2241?

The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2241 (Chrysanthemum) is DMC 922 (Copper light) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 721 (Orange Spice medium, 76%) and DMC 3853 (Autumn Gold dark, 72%).

Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2241?

The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2241 are 2239 Terra Cotta (ΔE 4.2), 2238 Sweet Potato (ΔE 5.59), and 2242 Cognac (ΔE 6). 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 hearts, holiday designs, bold accents, berries. 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.