Originally Posted by k_jupiter

Ummmm..... For my piecing machine I use two color bobbin threads. Black for dark fabrics, white for light fabrics. I don't have a lot of bobbins sitting around... For the long arm the bobbins get wound when I start the project in the color of my choice one at a time. When the project is over, I generally throw the thread away (after taking off the bobbin). No need for for a lot of bobbin storage here.

Pipe cleaners???? I haven't seen a pipe cleaner in 30 years. Do they still make them?

tim in san jose