2301 — Lavender (obsolete)
Pinks family
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2301? It's Lavender (obsolete), a medium-light pink shade (#C197B1 / RGB 193, 151, 177). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Weeks Dye Works alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2301
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 2301
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2301
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 2301 (Lavender (obsolete)) 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 2301
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2301, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Weeks Dye Works 2301 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2301
Known as Lavender (obsolete), Weeks Dye Works 2301 is a medium-light, muted shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. Expect a restrained and versatile look that suits blush accents, cherry blossoms, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching ballet themes or baby projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2301 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2301 is Lavender (obsolete) — a medium-light pink thread (hex #C197B1, RGB 193, 151, 177). It shows up most in cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2301?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2301 (Lavender (obsolete)) is DMC 153 (Violet very light) with a 77% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 778 (Antique Mauve very light, 67%) and DMC 3727 (Antique Mauve light, 67%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2301?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2301 are 2280 Emma's Pink (ΔE 5.8), 2334 Lilac (ΔE 6.27), and 2291 Sugar Plum (obsolete (ΔE 7.37). These are useful substitutes when 2301 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2301 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2301 (Lavender (obsolete)) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals, skin tones. 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 2301.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2301 (Lavender (obsolete)) vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2301 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.