After filling a bobbin, should one let it sit for a while and let the thread relax before using it? Usually fill 2-3 at a time, so it's a moot point for the 2nd and 3red bobbin, but what about the first one?

I've never waited after winding one.

I never wait.. Never heard to wait :? Just fill and go :lol:

I've never waited either.

I've never waited either :D

never heard of waiting before, don't, but do fill more than one at a time - a real time saver, not to mention MUCH more convenient

Bobbins are wound with tension so thread relaxing isn't a good thing. I started using Bobbin Genies in my metal bobbin case and it makes a difference. I have much fewer bobbin tangles or nests.

I've never waited, just fill and replace it and sew!!

Interesting...I fill and go too!

I haven't ever heard that. I just fill and go.

If I can't relax why should the bobbin?? LOL

What are Bobbin Genies?

they're little round elves made of teflon, that you put into your bobbin case onto the center stem, before you load your bobbin into it. it cuts down on the "whiplash" and you get many fewer tangles and nests on the back of your quilt.

p.s. just kidding about the elf part.

Thanks bflywing-bet they work great for FMQ; where do you find them?

i've seen them at shows, but i also see them online. one genii costs around $10 :evil: i believe.

if i'm wrong here, someone will correct me, no doubt :lol: :lol: .

Thanks I'll be on the lookout :D