2267 — Ladybug
Reds family#730221
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2267? It's Ladybug, a dark red shade (#730221 / RGB 115, 2, 33). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Weeks Dye Works alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Weeks Dye Works 2267
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2267
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 2267
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2267
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
With its high saturation, Weeks Dye Works 2267 (Ladybug) 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 2267 (Ladybug) 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 2267 (Ladybug) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 4121 (Indian Summer) (ΔE 2.91) — 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 2267
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2267, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works2267 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2267
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2267, Ladybug — a highly saturated, dark thread in the reds family. The shade reads as dramatic and vivid — a go-to choice for poppies and cardinal birds. It also turns up in patterns built around apple motifs and ladybug designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2267 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2267 is Ladybug — a dark red thread (hex #730221, RGB 115, 2, 33). It shows up most in hearts and holiday designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2267?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2267 (Ladybug) is DMC 815 (Garnet medium) with a 94% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 777 (Raspberry very dark, 85%) and DMC 498 (Christmas Red dark, 79%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2267?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2267 are 4121 Indian Summer (ΔE 2.91), 1336 Raspberry (ΔE 4.28), and 3860 Crimson (ΔE 4.91). These are useful substitutes when 2267 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2267 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2267 (Ladybug) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring hearts, holiday designs, bold accents, berries. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2267.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2267 (Ladybug) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2267 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.