2249 — Sockeye
Pinks family#F68B83
Weeks Dye Works 2249 — Sockeye — has hex #F68B83 and RGB 246, 139, 131. This light, highly saturated pink thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Weeks Dye Works 2249
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2249
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 2249
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2249
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 2249 (Sockeye) 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 2249 (Sockeye) 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 2243 (Cantaloupe) 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 2249
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2249, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Weeks Dye Works2249 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2249
Weeks Dye Works 2249 is the floss known as Sockeye: a highly saturated, light member of the pinks family. Its tone is soft and lively, making it a popular choice for romantic motifs and blush accents. It pairs nicely in designs that call for cherry blossoms or ballet themes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2249 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2249 (Sockeye) is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #F68B83 and RGB 246, 139, 131. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2249?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2249 (Sockeye) is DMC 352 (Coral light) with a 69% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3341 (Apricot, 66%) and DMC 760 (Salmon, 66%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2249?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2249 are 2243 Cantaloupe (ΔE 1.91), 2251 Mexicali (ΔE 6.2), and 2247 Flamingo (ΔE 6.68). These are useful substitutes when 2249 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2249?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2249 (Sockeye) when your project calls for tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2249.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2249 (Sockeye) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2249 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.