How to make a miniature ball of thread

If you crochet washcloths then you know exactly what these tiny items are. I was so surprised to see that you make them using a plastic pony bead. I can’t wait the start making these as I want a whole basket full! Pop on over to the blog SAS Mini Dolls for the tutorial on how to make a recycled pony bead miniature ball of cotton thread.  I bet these would make adorable charms for stitch markers or earrings?