What should I do with old spools of thread?
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What should I do with old spools of thread?
Just this week I was given a whole bunch of thread from an elderly ladie's estate. Lots of good usable thread, and a bunch of very old little WOODEN spools. The thread on those is rotten, couldn't be used. But the price on several is 10 cents or 15 cents. Soooo, any ideas? Would you keep them for the sentimental, antique value or toss them? Any ideas on ways to display them? Thanks, everyone
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I would see if someone on the board wants them maybe you could do a swap or something. I have some too from my Grandmother's estate. Thread is rotten but the spools are kind of neat. Have to downsize with moving to a small apt.
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I display them in old jars, on a thread rack, and several other places. Yes, some people will pay alot for them, but I just can't seem to let go of old sewing stuff. I want my grandchildren to see this stuff.
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