2274 — Romance
Pinks family#C40B52
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2274? It's Romance, a medium pink shade (#C40B52 / RGB 196, 11, 82). 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 2274
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2274
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 2274
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2274
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 2274 (Romance) 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 2274 (Romance) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 2274
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2274, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Weeks Dye Works2274 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2274
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2274, Romance — a highly saturated, medium thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. The shade reads as vibrant and steady — a go-to choice for florals and skin tones. It also turns up in patterns built around romantic motifs and blush accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2274 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2274 is Romance — a medium pink thread (hex #C40B52, RGB 196, 11, 82). It shows up most in peony petals and flamingo designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2274?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2274 (Romance) is DMC 601 (Cranberry dark) with a 93% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 600 (Cranberry very dark, 77%) and DMC 3804 (Cyclamen Pink dark, 75%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2274?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2274 are 2263 Begonia (ΔE 3.71), 2265 Strawberry Fields (ΔE 5.11), and 2335 Jealousy (ΔE 8.36). These are useful substitutes when 2274 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2274 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2274 (Romance) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring peony petals, flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2274.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2274 (Romance) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2274 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.