2243 — Cantaloupe
Pinks family#F4867A
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2243? It's Cantaloupe, a light pink shade (#F4867A / RGB 244, 134, 122). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Weeks Dye Works alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Weeks Dye Works 2243
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2243
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 2243
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2243
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like Weeks Dye Works 2243 (Cantaloupe) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
As a hand-dyed floss, Weeks Dye Works 2243 (Cantaloupe) 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.
Because Weeks Dye Works 2249 (Sockeye) is so near (ΔE 1.91), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 2243
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2243, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Weeks Dye Works2243 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2243
Weeks Dye Works 2243 is the floss known as Cantaloupe: a highly saturated, light member of the pinks family. The shade reads as soft and lively — a go-to choice for flamingo designs and tulip blooms. It also turns up in patterns built around cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2243 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2243 (Cantaloupe) is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #F4867A and RGB 244, 134, 122. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2243?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2243 (Cantaloupe) is DMC 352 (Coral light) with a 77% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3341 (Apricot, 74%) and DMC 760 (Salmon, 64%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2243?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2243 are 2249 Sockeye (ΔE 1.91), 2254 Cinnabar (ΔE 6.84), and 2251 Mexicali (ΔE 7.01). These are useful substitutes when 2243 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2243?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2243 (Cantaloupe) when your project calls for blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2243.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2243 (Cantaloupe) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2243 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.