YUP, I use up whatever is already wound (unless it will show thru on white or light fabrics)....my brain will simply not let me throw it away....do the same with top thread for piecing....have lots of poly leftover from making clothes and just can't toss it.
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busy fingers
This seems to be a universal problem. I usually use up the odd bits when I am piecing trying to use a colour that is close to what I am sewing. If I can "see" the bobbin through what is left I usually pull it off and re-wind.