2263 — Begonia
Pinks family#D31655
Weeks Dye Works 2263 — Begonia — has hex #D31655 and RGB 211, 22, 85. This medium, 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 2263
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2263
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 2263
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2263
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Saturated shades like Weeks Dye Works 2263 (Begonia) 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 2263 (Begonia) 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 2265 (Strawberry Fields) is so near (ΔE 2.08), 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 2263
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2263, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Weeks Dye Works2263 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2263
Weeks Dye Works 2263 is the floss known as Begonia: a highly saturated, medium member of the pinks family with rose pink tones. Its tone is rich 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 2263 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2263 (Begonia) is a medium shade in the pinks family with hex #D31655 and RGB 211, 22, 85. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2263?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2263 (Begonia) is DMC 601 (Cranberry dark) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3832 (Raspberry medium, 78%) and DMC 3731 (Dusty Rose very dark, 77%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2263?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2263 are 2265 Strawberry Fields (ΔE 2.08), 2274 Romance (ΔE 3.71), and 2258 Aztec Red (ΔE 5.93). These are useful substitutes when 2263 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2263?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2263 (Begonia) when your project calls for tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2263.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2263 (Begonia) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2263 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.