I just bought a "Micro Stitch". It makes the smallest tack and has the smallest needle available. I could use that instead of sewing the ends, right? It seems like it would work. If you don't know what it is, look it up on Google. I love it. I use it for so many things. You can just pull them out or clip them off. I think they are smaller than what I can stitch. I needed your tute so much. A while back I asked how it was that I keep losing my points and you answered my question. Thanks for all the work you put into showing everyone. My favorite tip! Jeanne