I buy the cheap clear vinyl at Joann's and cut it into strips then wrap it around the cones and spools to hold the threads when the spools don't have a means to keep the thread from unraveling. I like cutting my own strips since then I can cut them to fit my spools.

I use Hugo's Amazing Tape on all my thread. Works great and is re-usable!

I like easypeezy's idea

Where do you find it? Thanks!

If you're asking about the Hugo's, it's on Amazon. I highly recommend it. It comes in 1" and 1/2". I prefer the 1" for thread cones and usually use the 1/2" for my spools.

I have learned with my embroidery thread and longarm cones just to secure the thread to the side of a cone to attach the end of the thread with a small piece of scotch tape. Been doing that for years and no problem.

A little piece of blue painters tape works, and is easy to find.

I do this withall my thread .

Everyone has such wonderful ideas. I also use the scrunchy pony tail thingies on all my spools of thread. And if you can find the tiniest ones they are good for your bobbins.

However, the blue painter's tape is sounding pretty good to me and a little goes a long way.
By the way, has anyone noticed how expensive the blue painter's tape has become? A little roll was $9.

For spools or not, Hugo's tape looks like it would be a must have!!! Will go to Walmart today!!