Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed Floss

2275a — Bubble Gum

Pinks family#FD79A6

Below: Weeks Dye Works 2275a (Bubble Gum), a light, highly saturated pink shade with hex #FD79A6 and RGB 253, 121, 166. Find its closest Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and a full set of color harmony picks.

Hex
#FD79A6
RGB
253, 121, 166
HSL
340°, 97%, 73%
Lab
67.5, 54.7, 0.2
Lightness
73%
Light
Saturation
97%
Vivid
Hue
340°
Family
Pinks

About Weeks Dye Works 2275a

Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss

Strands
6 strands
Sold as
5 yd skein

Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2275a

The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.

Weeks Dye Works 2275aBubble Gum

Similar Weeks Dye Works Colors to 2275a

Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Weeks Dye Works 2275a

On white fabric
2.5:1
On dark fabric
8.5:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
pink

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Bold accents & focal points

With its high saturation, Weeks Dye Works 2275a (Bubble Gum) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.

Hand-dyed notes

Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 2275a (Bubble Gum) 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 2275a

Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2275a, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Pinks Family

Weeks Dye Works2275a in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.

About Weeks Dye Works 2275a

Meet Weeks Dye Works 2275a, Bubble Gum — a highly saturated, light thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. The gentle and clear character of this shade lends itself well to baby projects and peony petals. Stitchers frequently choose it for flamingo designs and tulip blooms in their projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Weeks Dye Works 2275a — what color is it?

The color of Weeks Dye Works 2275a is Bubble Gum — a light pink thread (hex #FD79A6, RGB 253, 121, 166). It shows up most in skin tones and romantic motifs.

What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2275a?

The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2275a (Bubble Gum) is DMC 957 (Geranium pale) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 604 (Cranberry light, 88%) and DMC 894 (Carnation very light, 81%).

Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2275a?

The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2275a are 2276 Camellia (ΔE 4), 2271 Peony (ΔE 4.75), and 2272 Busy Lizzie (ΔE 7.26). These are useful substitutes when 2275a is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Weeks Dye Works 2275a good for?

Weeks Dye Works 2275a (Bubble Gum) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms. 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 2275a.

Does Weeks Dye Works 2275a (Bubble Gum) vary between dye lots?

Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2275a 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.