2258a — Let Freedom Ring
Reds family#B10621
Weeks Dye Works 2258a (Let Freedom Ring) is a medium-dark, highly saturated red shade with hex code #B10621 and RGB values 177, 6, 33. Below you'll find the closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2258a
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 2258a
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2258a
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, Weeks Dye Works 2258a (Let Freedom Ring) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 2258a (Let Freedom Ring) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Weeks Dye Works 2258a (Let Freedom Ring) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2266a (Louisiana Hot Sauce) (ΔE 1.75) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 2258a
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2258a, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works2258a in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2258a
Known as Let Freedom Ring, Weeks Dye Works 2258a is a medium-dark, highly saturated shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. This thread brings a intense and saturated presence to projects featuring bold accents or berries. Look for it in charts that feature valentines or poppies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2258a — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2258a is Let Freedom Ring — a medium-dark red thread (hex #B10621, RGB 177, 6, 33). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2258a?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2258a (Let Freedom Ring) is DMC 321 (Christmas Red) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 817 (Coral Red very dark, 88%) and DMC 349 (Coral dark, 83%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2258a?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2258a are 2266a Louisiana Hot Sauce (ΔE 1.75), 2266 Turkish Red (ΔE 3.24), and 2260 Sun Dried (ΔE 3.41). These are useful substitutes when 2258a is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2258a good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2258a (Let Freedom Ring) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses, hearts. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2258a.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2258a (Let Freedom Ring) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2258a 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.