The auto threading on the new machines is great, but I got my machine used. I did the YOUtube videos, but was still a little put off. So I took in different colored cones of thread to my sewing machine repair man and he was happy to do it for me at no charge (he also told me that I had a great machine, but that it was also one of the hardest to thread - lol). I have only had to have him thread it once, I change colors ALL of the time. I just make sure to tie my new color onto the end of the old color and pull the new one through. Good luck