2264 — Garnet
Reds family#A6022D
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2264? This medium-dark, highly saturated red shade (Garnet) is hex #A6022D, RGB 166, 2, 45. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and J&P Coates are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Weeks Dye Works shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 2264
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2264
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 2264
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2264
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 2264 (Garnet) 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 2264 (Garnet) 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 2264
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2264, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works2264 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2264
Known as Garnet, Weeks Dye Works 2264 is a medium-dark, highly saturated shade sitting in the reds family. With a intense and saturated quality, this thread works beautifully in bold accents and berries. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring valentines and poppies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2264 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2264 is Garnet — a medium-dark red thread (hex #A6022D, RGB 166, 2, 45). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2264?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2264 (Garnet) is DMC 304 (Christmas Red medium) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 347 (Salmon very dark, 87%) and DMC 326 (Rose very deep, 86%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2264?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2264 are 1333 Lancaster Red (ΔE 4.51), 1330 Baked Apple (ΔE 4.98), and 2258a Let Freedom Ring (ΔE 5.34). These are useful substitutes when 2264 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2264 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2264 (Garnet) 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 2264.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2264 (Garnet) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2264 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.