2254 — Cinnabar
Reds family#D08373
Weeks Dye Works 2254 (Cinnabar) is a medium-light, moderately saturated red shade with hex code #D08373 and RGB values 208, 131, 115. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and color harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 2254
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2254
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 2254
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2254
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 2254 (Cinnabar) 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 2254
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2254, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works2254 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2254
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2254, Cinnabar — a moderately saturated, medium-light thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. Its easygoing and clear presence shines in poppies and cardinal birds alike. Pull this thread for apple motifs or ladybug designs when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2254 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2254 is Cinnabar — a medium-light red thread (hex #D08373, RGB 208, 131, 115). It shows up most in hearts and holiday designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2254?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2254 (Cinnabar) is DMC 3773 (Desert Sand Medium) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 758 (Terra Cotta very light, 77%) and DMC 224 (Shell Pink very light, 71%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2254?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2254 are 4103 Harvest (ΔE 5), 2285 Pink Sand (ΔE 5.31), and 2251 Mexicali (ΔE 6.25). These are useful substitutes when 2254 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2254 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2254 (Cinnabar) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring hearts, holiday designs, bold accents, berries. 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 2254.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2254 (Cinnabar) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2254 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.