I used to wonder "why dub if you can use chenille?" I avoided dubbing if I could, because I was not good at it. Then I saw a video of a guy doing it, and it looked so easy! Now I dub or chenille, depending on what the pattern calls for, or the look I want, or the color I need. I actually enjoy dubbing and even dubbing loops now. Like Dave E, I also don't use dubbing wax.

I use deer hair for wings and such, but try to avoid spinning with it. I was decent at doing it, but it wasn't easy by any means, it took a lot of time (for me), plus it is messy. So, I can't say I DON'T do it, but I admit I avoid doing it.