Weeks Dye Works Hand-Dyed Floss

2316 — Iris

Pinks family

Below: Weeks Dye Works 2316 (Iris), a medium, muted pink shade with hex #987199 and RGB 152, 113, 153. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colours matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and a full set of color harmony picks.

Hex
#987199
RGB
152, 113, 153
HSL
299°, 16%, 52%
Lab
52.7, 22.5, -15.7
Lightness
52%
Medium
Saturation
16%
Neutral
Hue
299°
Family
Pinks

Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2316

Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works

Weeks Dye Works 2316 Iris

Similar Weeks Dye Works Colors to 2316

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

Working with Weeks Dye Works 2316

On white fabric
4.1:1
On dark fabric
5.2:1
Temperature
soft cool
Closest to
mauve

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.

Hand-dyed notes

As a hand-dyed floss, Weeks Dye Works 2316 (Iris) 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 2316

Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2316, 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 Works 2316 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.

About Weeks Dye Works 2316

Weeks Dye Works 2316 (Iris) is a medium, muted shade in the pinks family with orchid-toned tones. The warm and grounded mood of this color makes it a natural fit for ballet themes and baby projects. Expect to see it used in peony petals and flamingo designs across many cross-stitch charts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Weeks Dye Works 2316 look like?

Weeks Dye Works 2316 (Iris) is a medium shade in the pinks family with hex #987199 and RGB 152, 113, 153. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring florals and skin tones.

Which DMC thread matches Weeks Dye Works 2316?

The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2316 (Iris) is DMC 3836 (Grape light) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 209 (Lavender dark, 64%) and DMC 3042 (Antique Violet light, 60%).

What Weeks Dye Works colors are similar to 2316?

The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2316 are 2020 Amethyst (ΔE 4.11), 1156 Grape Ice (ΔE 4.42), and 4119 Independence (ΔE 6.22). These are useful substitutes when 2316 is unavailable or for building gradients.

When should I use Weeks Dye Works 2316?

Reach for Weeks Dye Works 2316 (Iris) when your project calls for florals, skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2316.

Does Weeks Dye Works 2316 (Iris) vary between dye lots?

Some. As a hand-dyed floss, 2316 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.