2280 — Emma's Pink
Pinks family#EDA1B5
Weeks Dye Works 2280 (Emma's Pink) is a light, vivid pink shade with hex code #EDA1B5 and RGB values 237, 161, 181. Below you'll find the closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and color harmony pairings.
About Weeks Dye Works 2280
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2280
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 2280
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2280
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
As a hand-dyed floss, Weeks Dye Works 2280 (Emma's Pink) 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.
Color Harmonies for Weeks Dye Works 2280
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2280, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Weeks Dye Works2280 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2280
Weeks Dye Works 2280 (Emma's Pink) is a light, vivid shade in the pinks family with rose pink tones. This thread brings a soft and lively presence to projects featuring ballet themes or baby projects. Look for it in charts that feature peony petals or flamingo designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Weeks Dye Works 2280 look like?
Weeks Dye Works 2280 (Emma's Pink) is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #EDA1B5 and RGB 237, 161, 181. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring florals and skin tones.
Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2280?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2280 (Emma's Pink) is DMC 151 (Dusty Rose very light) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3689 (Mauve light, 86%) and DMC 3716 (Dusty Rose very light, 79%).
What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2280?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2280 are 2248 Cherry Vanilla (ΔE 3.44), 2275 Crepe Myrtle (ΔE 3.79), and 2271 Peony (ΔE 5.56). These are useful substitutes when 2280 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2280?
Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2280 (Emma's Pink) when your project calls for florals, skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2280.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2280 (Emma's Pink) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2280 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.