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What should I do with old spools of thread?

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Old 11-12-2013, 02:57 AM
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I collect them too, to put in a big jar to look at.
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Old 11-12-2013, 03:37 AM
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I donated a whole popcorn tin full of wooden spools to a local boy scout troop---they use them for craft projects- those kids are pretty creative with donated items- I tend to check with them (and a local 4-H group) before tossing anything.
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Old 11-12-2013, 06:26 AM
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I was thinking that you could make some kind of garland with them or maybe a wreath. Good luck!
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Old 11-12-2013, 11:57 AM
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Thanks for this post. I've been saving wooden spools for some time now, just throwing them in a drawer. I knew they were old and not made anymore and could not bear to just throw them away. Just figured I'd find something to do with them. I got a couple ideas now!!
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Old 11-12-2013, 12:58 PM
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Do something like this but leave the thread on them.

http://www.sewmanyways.blogspot.com/...d-garland.html
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Old 11-12-2013, 08:37 PM
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Please dont toss them. PM me first. When I was little my uncle made a little walking toy using a rubber band and a stick. Would love to buy some to make for a little one in our family.
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Old 11-26-2013, 04:43 PM
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The spools came today!! Thank you!
Your prize will be in the mail shortly!
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