2271 — Peony
Pinks family#ED8CAE
Need details on Weeks Dye Works 2271? This light, vivid pink shade (Peony) is hex #ED8CAE, RGB 237, 140, 174. 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 2271
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2271
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 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.
With its high saturation, Weeks Dye Works 2271 (Peony) 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 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 2276 (Camellia) (ΔE 2.99) — 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.
Pinks Family
Weeks Dye Works2271 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2271
Known as Peony, Weeks Dye Works 2271 is a light, vivid shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. With a gentle and clear quality, this thread works beautifully in tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring rose buds and florals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2271 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2271 is Peony — a light pink thread (hex #ED8CAE, RGB 237, 140, 174). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2271?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2271 (Peony) is DMC 3354 (Dusty Rose light) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 605 (Cranberry very light, 79%) and DMC 604 (Cranberry light, 78%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2271?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2271 are 2276 Camellia (ΔE 2.99), 2275a Bubble Gum (ΔE 4.75), and 2272 Busy Lizzie (ΔE 5.31). 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 cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. Its 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.