2331 — Violet (obsolete)
Pinks family
Weeks Dye Works 2331 (Violet (obsolete)) is a medium-dark, muted pink shade with hex code #774F6C and RGB values 119, 79, 108. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Weeks Dye Works shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2331
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 2331
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2331
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 2331 (Violet (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 2331 (Violet (obsolete)) sits a hair from Weeks Dye Works 2321 (Plum) (ΔE 2.96) — 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 2331
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2331, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Weeks Dye Works 2331 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2331
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2331, Violet (obsolete) — a muted, medium-dark thread in the pinks family with orchid-toned tones. Its somber and rich presence shines in baby projects and peony petals alike. Pull this thread for flamingo designs or tulip blooms when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2331 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2331 is Violet (obsolete) — a medium-dark pink thread (hex #774F6C, RGB 119, 79, 108). It shows up most in skin tones and romantic motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2331?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2331 (Violet (obsolete)) is DMC 3041 (Antique Violet medium) with a 77% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3835 (Grape medium, 77%) and DMC 3740 (Antique Violet dark, 56%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2331?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2331 are 2321 Plum (ΔE 2.96), 1313 Purple Haze (ΔE 8.14), and 1316 Mulberry (ΔE 8.27). These are useful substitutes when 2331 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2331 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2331 (Violet (obsolete)) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2331.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2331 (Violet (obsolete)) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2331 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.