Jan, use a large eye needle when using the rayon embroidery thread. and I place the spool in a cup then bring it up to and around the spool pin then continue with the rest of the machine..less drag and it allows the thread to relax a bit..
Ladies, don't fret about DH. He is fine and only does small areas..I told him not to do the front walk,,no one uses it...The driveway and back area of the house was done by the fellow who plowed the driveway.. All I want him to do just throw the salt on the walkways...