I almost exclusively use the Connecting Threads Essential spools. I have a Viking Machine and it came with 2 disks; one small and one large that slides on the spool holder after I put the thread on. My machine spool holder is horizontal. These are great threads and I've used them for hand quilting as well as sewing...great buy and great colors. I was also able to purchase longer spool spindles from my sewing machine dealer for the vertical spool spindle on my machine. Don't know what kind of machine you have but maybe you can do the same. Good luck! P.S. I would not recommend the cone thread holder from Joann's...too flimsy!