Do you know this secret thread spool trick to keep your thread from unwinding?
Hey y’all, today I’m sharing a simple sewing tip – a trick involving the thread cap of some spools of sewing thread. This quick sewing tip is specific to this type of spool. And if you have problems with your thread unwinding and getting tangled, this tip will help.
To see a super quick demonstration of this thread cap tip, watch the video below or on YouTube here.
So what is it? I learned when I wrote this post all about sewing thread that many people don’t know that the cap on this type of thread spool pulls off! This is useful both as a secret storage place for sewing needles and a way to control your thread.
To keep your thread neat, push the top almost all the way in. Next, wrap the thread end around the core. Push the top into the spool to hold the thread securely.
The type of spool shown below does not have a removable top. However, the top does pull up, and you can still use it to hold your thread and keep it from getting tangled. Pry the top up at the seam, then wrap thread around and pop the top back down into place.
For more sewing thread tips, tricks, and advice on choosing the right kind for your project, see this post.
Brenda
I did not know the end cap on that type of thread, came off like that! Cool!
Leah
Brilliant! I’ve been wrapping the thread end around the end of the spool where the little teeth are to hold it and love knowing the Guterman spool is more!
Victoria Dillman
Thank you for this post! I had NO idea that the thread spools had any additional, secret functions!
Linda Hobden
Holy cow … that’s the second time in 2 weeks that I’ve learned a great trick from your blog! Thanks 🙂
Helen
I’ve been wrapping the thread end around the end of the spool where the little teeth are to hold it but I had NO idea that the Guterman thread spools had this secret function. Thank you so much! Love your blog!
Elena
Brilliant! Fewer lost needles!
Heidi
You are kidding me!!! I’ve been using thread for years and never knew that!! I’m literally floored. Thank you for all your tips.