A simply brilliant - pun intended - idea. I love it, and am going to shamelessly copy it!

Trouble is it is too expensive to use on samplers. I put it directly onto the project as one can use at least $40 worth on a quilt.

Are you sure you want to know? LOL. It's a site where they host group buys to get items for a better deal. Sometimes it's not a great deal and sometimes it is-just depends on the item. I have bought two 12-pks of aurifil thread and a superior thread holder. So far. Just google massdrop for more info.

I do machine emb and love the varigated thread, on my serger too. I put the name and color of thread into my software and pull up the design to see how it will emb on fabric. Its really a good idea to do this and like you did with your thread because not all varigated thread comes off the thread the same way. This way you know what you are getting before sewing. Great idea

Very clever idea.