I like it because I dont have to change threads for each color of bead. What I do is cut a medium size length and I fold it in half, then tie a 3 knots at the end and pass it through at least 5 stitches on the back to secure it, then bead and when the thread is about 2 inches long I pass it through at least 5 stitches on the back to secure it and cut it right below the needle, then I make three knots with the two threads left on the back and cut whats left after the knots.