A thread guide device for a sewing machine comprises thread transfer means 10 and threading means. The device has unique and unalterable identification data set by its manufacturer, and application data stored therein by a party other than the manufacturer. The method can also include generating a live interaction user interface element for display as part of a persistent conversation interface. And the elastic strands are bonded to the first substrate layer andor the second substrate layer with in light-bond regions. Consequently, map data to be loaded can be smoothly changed according to the current position. The components may be assembled using a heating process or, alternatively, using adhesives.