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I have had three recent instances of buying skeins of floss to complete a project and finding that the colors aren't quite the same. The latest is a project with a blue background where the difference will be noticeable. Is there anything I can do?
Hello, Diane
Unfortunately, there's nothing that you can do. When you buy DMC or any brand of floss, their newer dyelots can be different from the older skeins. I, too, have noticed subtle differences in colors. The only ones that I've seen no changes in thus far are the white and black skeins.
Sincerely,
Angela
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Angela
Expertise
I have 22+ years of cross stitching experience, which includes stitching on Aida, evenweave linen, vinyl canvas, and have stitched a design on a cotton t-shirt using waste canvas. I have also worked with beads and blending filament in quite a few projects. I have made many projects which include cross stitched mugs, a keychain, pictures, magnets, and the cotton t-shirt. I can answer questions pertaining to preparing and cleaning fabric, preparing clothing for stitching, how many threads to be used on which Aida cloth, and will try to help you to the best of my ability with other questions you may have. I am prompt in my responses and usually answer within 24 hours from when you ask your question. I look forward to helping you. :)
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