2246 — Sunset
Oranges family#F99C7B
Below: Weeks Dye Works 2246 (Sunset), a light, highly saturated orange shade with hex #F99C7B and RGB 249, 156, 123. 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 2246
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2246
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 2246
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2246
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 2246 (Sunset) 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 2246 (Sunset) 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 2246
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2246, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Weeks Dye Works2246 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2246
Weeks Dye Works 2246 (Sunset) is a light, highly saturated shade in the oranges family with deep amber tones. The soft and lively mood of this color makes it a natural fit for persimmon patterns and autumn leaves. Expect to see it used in sunsets and warm accents across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2246 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2246 (Sunset) is a light shade in the oranges family with hex #F99C7B and RGB 249, 156, 123. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2246?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2246 (Sunset) is DMC 3824 (Apricot light) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 353 (Peach, 74%) and DMC 3771 (Terra Cotta ultra very light, 74%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2246?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2246 are 2234 Autumn Leaves (ΔE 6.29), 2231 Mimosa (ΔE 7.27), and 2253 Sanguine (ΔE 7.6). These are useful substitutes when 2246 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2246?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2246 (Sunset) when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2246.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2246 (Sunset) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2246 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.