2281 — Mauve
Purples family#A2839B
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2281? It's Mauve, a medium-light purple shade (#A2839B / RGB 162, 131, 155). 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 2281
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2281
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 2281
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2281
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 2281 (Mauve) 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 2281
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2281, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Purples Family
Weeks Dye Works2281 in context with nearby shades from the purples color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2281
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2281, Mauve — a subdued, medium-light thread in the purples family. The shade reads as restrained and versatile — a go-to choice for amethyst tones and iris blooms. It also turns up in patterns built around eggplant designs and plum themes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2281 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2281 is Mauve — a medium-light purple thread (hex #A2839B, RGB 162, 131, 155). It shows up most in royal motifs and floral details.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2281?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2281 (Mauve) is DMC 3042 (Antique Violet light) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3836 (Grape light, 58%) and DMC 3727 (Antique Mauve light, 51%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2281?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2281 are 2020 Amethyst (ΔE 6.18), 4133 Old Glory (ΔE 6.37), and 4115 Mother's Day (ΔE 7.45). These are useful substitutes when 2281 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2281 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2281 (Mauve) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring royal motifs, floral details, elegant accents, grape clusters. 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 2281.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2281 (Mauve) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2281 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.