Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed Floss

2261 — Sedona

Pinks family#891240

Weeks Dye Works 2261 (Sedona) is a medium-dark, vivid pink shade with hex code #891240 and RGB values 137, 18, 64. 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.

Hex
#891240
RGB
137, 18, 64
HSL
337°, 77%, 30%
Lab
29.7, 49.9, 5.2
Lightness
30%
Dark
Saturation
77%
Rich
Hue
337°
Family
Pinks

About Weeks Dye Works 2261

Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss

Strands
6 strands
Sold as
5 yd skein

Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2261

The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.

Weeks Dye Works 2261Sedona

Similar Weeks Dye Works Colors to 2261

Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Weeks Dye Works 2261

On white fabric
9.4:1
On dark fabric
2.2:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
crimson

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Bold accents & focal points

With its high saturation, Weeks Dye Works 2261 (Sedona) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.

Hand-dyed notes

Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 2261 (Sedona) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.

Blending & gradients

Weeks Dye Works 2261 (Sedona) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 1343 (Boysenberry) (ΔE 2.04) — 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 2261

Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2261, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Pinks Family

Weeks Dye Works2261 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.

About Weeks Dye Works 2261

Meet Weeks Dye Works 2261, Sedona — a vivid, medium-dark thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. Its intense and saturated presence shines in florals and skin tones alike. Pull this thread for romantic motifs or blush accents when you need a dependable shade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Weeks Dye Works 2261 — what color is it?

The color of Weeks Dye Works 2261 is Sedona — a medium-dark pink thread (hex #891240, RGB 137, 18, 64). It shows up most in peony petals and flamingo designs.

What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2261?

The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2261 (Sedona) is DMC 3803 (Mauve medium) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 150 (Dusty Rose ultra very dark, 79%) and DMC 915 (Plum dark, 74%).

Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2261?

The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2261 are 1343 Boysenberry (ΔE 2.04), 1321 Williamsburg (ΔE 4.5), and 1336 Raspberry (ΔE 4.79). These are useful substitutes when 2261 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Weeks Dye Works 2261 good for?

Weeks Dye Works 2261 (Sedona) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring peony petals, flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs. 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 2261.

Does Weeks Dye Works 2261 (Sedona) vary between dye lots?

Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2261 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.