2247 — Flamingo (obsolete)
Reds family
Weeks Dye Works 2247 (Flamingo (obsolete)) is a medium-light, moderately saturated red shade with hex code #D58F85 and RGB values 213, 143, 133. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2247
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 2247
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2247
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 2247 (Flamingo (obsolete)) 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 2247
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2247, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works 2247 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2247
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2247, Flamingo (obsolete) — a moderately saturated, medium-light thread in the reds family with true red tones. Its easygoing and clear presence shines in roses and hearts alike. Pull this thread for holiday designs or bold accents when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2247 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2247 is Flamingo (obsolete) — a medium-light red thread (hex #D58F85, RGB 213, 143, 133). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2247?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2247 (Flamingo (obsolete)) is DMC 224 (Shell Pink very light) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 758 (Terra Cotta very light, 76%) and DMC 152 (Shell Pink medium light, 70%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2247?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2247 are 2278 Hibiscus (ΔE 3.77), 2285 Pink Sand (ΔE 4.04), and 1138 Sophie's Pink (ΔE 6.5). These are useful substitutes when 2247 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2247 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2247 (Flamingo (obsolete)) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2247.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2247 (Flamingo (obsolete)) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2247 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.