2271 — Peony
Reds family
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2271? This medium-light, vivid red shade (Peony) is hex #D8706E, RGB 216, 112, 110. 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.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2271
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Weeks Dye Works Colors to 2271
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2271
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 2271 (Peony) 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 2271 (Peony) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2251 (Mexicali (obsolete)) (ΔE 3.06) — 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 2271
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2271, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works 2271 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2271
Known as Peony, Weeks Dye Works 2271 is a medium-light, vivid shade sitting in the reds family with true red tones. With a crisp and versatile quality, this thread works beautifully in ladybug designs and barn scenes. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tomato patterns and roses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2271 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2271 is Peony — a medium-light red thread (hex #D8706E, RGB 216, 112, 110). It shows up most in berries and valentines.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2271?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2271 (Peony) is DMC 760 (Salmon) with a 78% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 352 (Coral light, 68%) and DMC 152 (Shell Pink medium light, 68%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2271?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2271 are 2251 Mexicali (obsolete) (ΔE 3.06), 2245 Grapefruit (ΔE 5.35), and 2278 Hibiscus (ΔE 5.63). These are useful substitutes when 2271 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2271 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2271 (Peony) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2271.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2271 (Peony) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2271 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.