Declutter Challenge 2026 - Day 9 - Stop Hoarding Thread!

Thread may be the supporting actor in quilting—fabric gets all the attention and most of the budget—but thread is what literally holds everything together.

And yet… chances are you have at least one spool in your space that is older than you are.'

Now today this day may feel like a scavenger hunt as those spools end up everywhere.

Thread can be collected from:

• Your sewing machine area

• Drawers and cabinets

• Hand-sewing kits and travel kits

• Project bags

• Studio or longarm area

• Not to mention the rest of your house and the car

And yes—this includes bobbins too.

Seeing it all together tells a very honest story. Since thread has a function, the question we want to ask today is:

Do I USE This Thread HERE?

Ask yourself: What type of sewing is it for? Where do I use this thread?

Examples:

• Regular or Piecing thread near your sewing machine

• King spools with your longarm

• Serger thread near the serger

• Hand-sewing or fine threads with slow-stitch kits

• Embroidery thread with embroidery supplies

Thread should live where it’s used.

1. Set Your Timer

2. Define Your Capacity (for each sewing area).

3. Declutter What Doesn't Serve You

4. Remove From Your Space

5. It's Your Turn To Share

Make sure to check your bobbins too.

While you’re working on this challenge, here are 2 videos I recommend.

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Did you find a thread nest? Share your stories on social media. Follow the hashtag #declutterchallenge2026.

I’ll see you tomorrow for Day10.