2281 — Mauve (obsolete)
Reds family
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2281? It's Mauve (obsolete), a medium red shade (#8D6F75 / RGB 141, 111, 117). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Weeks Dye Works alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2281
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
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 stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Weeks Dye Works 2281 (Mauve (obsolete)) 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 2281 (Mauve (obsolete)) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2296 (Sweet Pea) (ΔE 2.93) — 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 2281
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2281, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Weeks Dye Works 2281 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2281
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2281, Mauve (obsolete) — a subdued, medium thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. The shade reads as restrained and earthy — a go-to choice for poppies and cardinal birds. It also turns up in patterns built around apple motifs and ladybug designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2281 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2281 is Mauve (obsolete) — a medium red thread (hex #8D6F75, RGB 141, 111, 117). It shows up most in hearts and holiday designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2281?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2281 (Mauve (obsolete)) is DMC 3861 (Cocoa light) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3042 (Antique Violet light, 66%) and DMC 451 (Shell Grey dark, 63%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2281?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2281 are 2296 Sweet Pea (ΔE 2.93), 2286 Thistle (ΔE 3.84), and 1313 Purple Haze (ΔE 7.21). 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 (obsolete)) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring hearts, holiday designs, bold accents, berries. 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 2281.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2281 (Mauve (obsolete)) 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.