outlining black on black? colour help please!

[Foxjo]

Hi
Im currently stitching a wedding sampler, i've changed the colour of the suit to black, why is there only one shade of black?? I need to highlight/outline the lapel, the pocket and where the jacket overlaps the trousers.
What colour would you suggest? I dont want it to look like a big black blob!
Help please!!

[Heidi]

Why not try a dark grey or carol colour that night work. Good luck

[MaggieM1750]

I agree with Heidi.. try a dark grey
I don't have my threads in front of me, but I know 3799 is one I use a lot
And the 315? 318? greys

Maybe dark won't give enough contrast.. perhaps one of the lighter greys? I would try both light and dark grey and see which works better.

[Lessa54]

I agree with the suggestions already given. One other possibility that occurs to me is going for one of the very dark blues? Perhaps 939?

[BizzieLizzie]

Dark grey was my first thought, too.

[Rose]

I agree that grey is going to be your best bet. Try a few different colors, I think my first choice would be DMC 414.

[crosstitcher1]

I did a wedding sample in 2010, a full bride/groom and used 3799 on the groom. I am using lots and lots, as when I started these projects, I bought 10 boxes,12 ct. in ea., of 3799 on the In Loving Memory Remembrances now and love the results of it.
Our youngest has my website up and I will post the pics. I first have to get the old computer out and transport more pics, as when I got my new, daughter didn't transport all, as it was late for her and her B/H in getting new computer set up.


HAPPY STITCHING IN STITCHING LAND.

[Vertigo]

You could try using a metallic black thread (I've found some by Artiste at Hobby Lobby). That way it would still be black, but would provide a subtle difference while still maintaining the color scheme. Good luck with whatever you choose!

[MaggieM1750]

Thats a good idea to try.. or maybe even DMC satin thread

[Oriettait]

You could try using a metallic black thread (I've found some by Artiste at Hobby Lobby). That way it would still be black, but would provide a subtle difference while still maintaining the color scheme. Good luck with whatever you choose!

This sound like a great idea!