2337 — Periwinkle
Blues family#7D8FB4
Looking up Weeks Dye Works 2337? It's Periwinkle, a medium-light blue shade (#7D8FB4 / RGB 125, 143, 180). 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 2337
Weeks Dye Works 6-Strand Floss
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 5 yd skein
Brand Equivalents for Weeks Dye Works 2337
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 2337
Closest Weeks Dye Works threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Weeks Dye Works 2337
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 2337 (Periwinkle) 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 2337
Weeks Dye Works threads that pair well with 2337, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Weeks Dye Works2337 in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Weeks Dye Works 2337
Meet Weeks Dye Works 2337, Periwinkle — a muted, medium-light thread in the blues family with true blue tones. The shade reads as restrained and versatile — a go-to choice for skies and water. It also turns up in patterns built around denim textures and cool-toned backgrounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Weeks Dye Works 2337 — what color is it?
The color of Weeks Dye Works 2337 is Periwinkle — a medium-light blue thread (hex #7D8FB4, RGB 125, 143, 180). It shows up most in bluebird motifs and whale designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Weeks Dye Works 2337?
The closest DMC match for Weeks Dye Works 2337 (Periwinkle) is DMC 794 (Cornflower Blue light) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 341 (Blue Violet light, 70%) and DMC 932 (Antique Blue light, 67%).
Which Weeks Dye Works threads are close to 2337?
The closest Weeks Dye Works threads to 2337 are 2342 Dutch Iris (ΔE 4.64), 1176 Pewter (ΔE 6.56), and 1286 Salt Glaze (ΔE 7.9). These are useful substitutes when 2337 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Weeks Dye Works 2337 good for?
Weeks Dye Works 2337 (Periwinkle) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring bluebird motifs, whale designs, sapphire accents, porcelain patterns. 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 2337.
Does Weeks Dye Works 2337 (Periwinkle) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like 2337 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.