Wouldn't it be nice if the thread companies could put a dot of color on the beginning thread. They could have a dark color for the light threads and a light color for the dark threads. And they could build that coloring process into the snipper they use to cut the threads after spooling them.

Would a piece of tape help? Try sticking it off and on around the thread.

Some companies have a bottom that moves down & that keeps the end of the thread safe & neat. Some of the brands are aurifil, Isacord & I know of 1 other but can't think of the name right now. There may also be others. Check & see if the
top or bottom moves slightly hiding the end of the thread.

I too think this is a problem with the new threads. I really am annoyed when the spool has a burr in the rim that catches the thread too. I have tried some of the newer and better brands and they seem to have the same problem. I just hate to waste thread.. maybe I'm getting old.

I use Aurifil and the end is always under the cap . . .and since I switch the caps on mine to unwind better n my Bernina, it's something I would have done anyway. However, I don't use Aurifil for garment making because it's too difficult to use for gathering. Both Gutterman's and Metrosene have the end wrapped around an end.

I have only had that happen on one pre-wound bobbin, once. Was so frustrating, but if it had been a spool of thread, I would really have been irritated.

Magnifying glass and needle. When I'm done with it, I knot the end and tiny strip of tape.

What is worse are the pre-threaded bobbins. Often the start thread is buried some where and next to impossible to find. Any one know the secret?

If you look at the label on the top of the spool of thread, you can generally find where the thread was brought through a small slit in the top of the spool, covered by the label. I take a needle or pin, then pull the thread out,although sometimes it can be on the bottom of the spool, you just have to check. Don't worry, sometimes it's not always easy to find, I find that especially true as I get older and it's harder to see the thread, but that's how I do it. Hope this helps.

Yes, just two days ago. What a pain. Can't figure out why this could happen.