2266a — Louisiana Hot Sauce
Reds family#B2011A
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2266a? This medium-dark, highly saturated red shade (Louisiana Hot Sauce) is hex #B2011A, RGB 178, 1, 26. Cross-brand equivalents in Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Weeks Dye Works shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 2266a
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2266a
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 2266a
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2266a
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 2266a (Louisiana Hot Sauce) 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 2266a (Louisiana Hot Sauce) 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 2266a (Louisiana Hot Sauce) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2258a (Let Freedom Ring) (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 2266a
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2266a, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works2266a in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2266a
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2266a, Louisiana Hot Sauce — a highly saturated, medium-dark thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. Stitchers describe its character as intense and saturated, perfect for poppies and cardinal birds. It blends comfortably into projects centered on apple motifs and ladybug designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2266a — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2266a is Louisiana Hot Sauce — a medium-dark red thread (hex #B2011A, RGB 178, 1, 26). It shows up most in hearts and holiday designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2266a?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2266a (Louisiana Hot Sauce) is DMC 817 (Coral Red very dark) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 349 (Coral dark, 81%) and DMC 321 (Christmas Red, 81%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2266a?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2266a are 2258a Let Freedom Ring (ΔE 1.75), 2266 Turkish Red (ΔE 1.91), and 2240 Red Rocks (ΔE 2.04). These are useful substitutes when 2266a is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2266a good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2266a (Louisiana Hot Sauce) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring hearts, holiday designs, bold accents, berries. 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 2266a.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2266a (Louisiana Hot Sauce) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2266a 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.