Barb,

~I'd like to store it on the cardboard or plastic bobbins~

I store all of my silks on these. I have never had a problem with them snagging. I cross stitch with them and haven't had any problems with it snagging on aida any more than cotton thread.

~Has anyone used conditioner~

I also store them in these. Haven't noticed any residue or stickiness. They will keep dust free, also.

As per you using water to prevent snags, I haven't tried it but it sounds like it would work except for the bleading.

good luck,
Marie

Thanks Marie.

I had a large wave of family visit this month, but now the house is at peace again, and I pulled out my new project last night and studied it. I hand embroider on clothes, so I'll definitely test for colorfastness and pre-wash any colors that run before sewing. I shopped last night for the thread conditioner (can't remember the brand name) but couldn't find it at 2 stores.

I've never put floss on bobbins, but since the thread snags so easily, I thought there might be something on the bobbins that could snag the thread. Thanks for the encouragement.