Quote Originally Posted by ifish View Post
One thing I learned on the bobbin threading is start the thread in the end and suck the thread through instead of using a threader. A lot faster.
Just recently learned this one as well. Does make thread change much quicker!

With the marabou, what I learned was to just start at he bottom (thicker end) and work to the top pulling off pieces. Just makes it much easier. Not sure if this is what you are talking about...

Sorry, can't help with the powder paint, I use nail polish.