Pete

I don't like to use these. At times it is hard to see the color of the thread. Instead, I use clear plastic tubing (from hardware store) 1/2 inch diameter -- cut in pieces to fit bobbin and make a slit to place it over thread. You can see the color and you can also write on it as to type, cotton, polyester, etc.

featherweight

Yep, Thats what we are talking about. Very handy.

finch

That is a great idea Carolyne.I never thought to use the ties on my sewing thread and embroidery thread.Thanks for that tip.That will fit real well since they stretch.Thanks.

bjnicholson

I use the teenie, tiny rubberbands my son uses for his ponytail. (Don't ask!!! His barber threatens to cut if off every time he goes for a haircut!)

finch

I understand quite well.My son also has a ponytail.He snags my bobbin covers( PONYTAIL BANDS) once in a while.Not so much anymore since I changed to pink and purple ones.

granny quilts

GREAT IDEA

lawsonmugs

which ever you like to use either tubing or pony tail bands you may want to put them in old prescription bottles. I read that tip on here also a couple weeks ago.You can use a different bottle for each color and write on them.Mary

nwm50

Is the tubing harder to use if your fingers have joint problem? I like the hair band better as all u have to do is peek at it.

featherweight

I have good old Arthur in my joints and I don't have a problem with the tubing.

mshawii

Good idea. I use bobbin boxes and to make sure they stay in place, I glued a double layer of light weight batting to the lid. Then they don't come unwrapped, and when I want to look for a color, I turn it upside down to look for the right bobbin color. ;)