I use black dacron. You probably could use any color thread you wanted for the outside and just run it over a black sharpie like some do when they sharpen hooks.
U want to use a waxed rigging line..
I have a spool of bow string..Any good archery supply will have it.
Waxed so the knots don't slip. flat an broad so it don't pull thru.i use old 80 lb braid for the insides..
FORE!
It's usually darkest just before it turns Black..