2269 — Liberty
Reds family#E50327
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2269? This medium, highly saturated red shade (Liberty) is hex #E50327, RGB 229, 3, 39. 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 2269
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2269
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 2269
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2269
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 2269 (Liberty) 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 2269 (Liberty) 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 2268a (Candy Apple) is so near (ΔE 3), 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 2269
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2269, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works2269 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2269
Weeks Dye Works 2269 is the floss known as Liberty: a highly saturated, medium member of the reds family with warm crimson tones. Stitchers describe its character as rich and lively, perfect for apple motifs and ladybug designs. It blends comfortably into projects centered on barn scenes and tomato patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2269 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2269 (Liberty) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #E50327 and RGB 229, 3, 39. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring bold accents and berries.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2269?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2269 (Liberty) is DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3801 (Christmas Red light, 83%) and DMC 350 (Coral medium, 83%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2269?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2269 are 2268a Candy Apple (ΔE 3), 2245 Grapefruit (ΔE 4.03), and 2268 Fire (ΔE 5.84). These are useful substitutes when 2269 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2269?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2269 (Liberty) when your project calls for bold accents, berries, valentines, poppies. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2269.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2269 (Liberty) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2269 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.