When I use fine thread in a light colour, if there is just a bit left, I leave it on and do a half-hitch to prevent it from getting loose. Then, when I want to wind thicker thread, or metallic thread, I tie the end of the new thread to the one already on, and start winding my new thread on on top of the fine one. I noticed that quite often, metallics and thicker threads tend to turn around the neck of the bobbin and get loose when you get towards the end of it. With the fine thread on the bobbin, it helps keep the thicker thread tight, and it also acts as a extender if I misjudged the length needed a bit. When I've finished with the thicker thread, I cut it off so that the knot goes off too, and I've still got thin thread on the bobbin ready for the next lot.
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