Chainstitch dying

[dk7m]

Hi I just got my overdyed Iron Hearts chainstitch hemmed by Self-Edge but the thread they used wasn't the same color as the other threading because of the overdye so I was wondering whether there was a way to dye the threads again?

[LaiShin]

I thought you meant "chainstitching is die-ing" at first glance.

[jpgm]

how far off the original colour was it?

[dk7m]

it went from the a dark blue-ish color to gold so it contrasts a LOT

[Denim Phenom]

You'd think Self Edge would have the right stuff on hand.

[Dick Danger]

fiebings might work, it would change the color for sure

[bankershill]

I'm sure it's 100% noticeable, be weary of taking them out doors. I'd hate to have someone call you out for the color of your chain stitched hem.

[wild style]

Kinda whack that they don't match the color, but honestly, does it really matter?

[XX]

If theyre raw you should be able to wet your finger with water and rub it against the thread on your hem. The indigo will run a little bit because of the water and it should stain the thread to help it match better.

Even if theyre not raw give it a shot, it should still work.

[dk7m]

i just got a pm from kiya and he explained that there's no such thing as a overdyed thread b/c it changed color during production. but like XX said, a little bit of wear from the black will rub off onto the stitch and darken, especially after it's next soak or wash.

thanks kiya

[kiya]

The stitch will actually turn into a darker color after a week or two because the black overdye will rub off onto the stitch.

All fresh stitching will look extremely bright but will become less noticable even after a week of wear due to the indigo rubbing off onto the stitch.

[Tarmac]

yeah this is better than the alternative, which would be black thread. because a year down the line your hem would be black while the rest of the yellow stitching would be showing through.