2245 — Grapefruit
Reds family#EB1B1C
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2245? This medium, highly saturated red shade (Grapefruit) is hex #EB1B1C, RGB 235, 27, 28. Cross-brand equivalents in Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Weeks Dye Works shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 2245
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2245
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 2245
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2245
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Weeks Dye Works 2245 (Grapefruit) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Weeks Dye Works is hand-dyed, so Weeks Dye Works 2245 (Grapefruit) carries subtle tonal shifts skein to skein. Buy enough for a project in one dye lot, and stitch in a random or cross-country order to blend any variation.
Its nearest neighbor, Weeks Dye Works 2268 (Fire), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.97). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 2245
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2245, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works2245 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2245
A medium, highly saturated entry in the reds family, Weeks Dye Works 2245 carries the name Grapefruit with warm crimson tones. Stitchers describe its character as confident and warm, perfect for barn scenes and tomato patterns. It blends comfortably into projects centered on roses and hearts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Weeks Dye Works 2245?
Weeks Dye Works 2245 is called Grapefruit. It's a medium red shade (hex #EB1B1C, RGB 235, 27, 28) in the reds family, commonly used for valentines, poppies, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2245?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2245 (Grapefruit) is DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red) with a 94% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 350 (Coral medium, 72%) and DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium, 71%).
What's a good substitute for Weeks Dye Works 2245?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2245 are 2268 Fire (ΔE 1.97), 2269 Liberty (ΔE 4.03), and 2268a Candy Apple (ΔE 4.46). These are useful substitutes when 2245 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Weeks Dye Works 2245?
Cross-stitchers pull Weeks Dye Works 2245 (Grapefruit) for charts featuring valentines, poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs. The medium tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2245 (Grapefruit) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2245 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.