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We carry both in metal and wood, along with a nostepinne — a simple hand tool for winding a center-pull ball without any mechanism at all, if you prefer a slower, low-tech approach.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nostepinne","title":"Nostepinne","description":"\u003cp\u003eNostepinne is a Scandinavian word that means \"nest stick\".  It is a tool that is used to wind yarn into a visually pleasing center-pull ball for easy knitting and crocheting  -  or for whatever you are doing with yarn.  Click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=oGaA92IjXDg\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e to view one of the many YouTube videos we found that show you how to use a nostepinne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur nostepinnes are made by Norman Keller of Camden.  Norm is a healthcare retiree who enjoys woodworking – primarily woodturning.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe length of the nostepinnes are approximately 10 1\/4\". The thicker ends are approximately 1\" in diameter tapering to approximately 1\/2\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norman Keller","offers":[{"title":"hard maple","offer_id":38076457601,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1122\/5660\/products\/FOG_nostepinnes.jpeg?v=1512151871"},{"product_id":"stanwood-ball-winder","title":"Stanwood Large Metal Ball Winder","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is the ball winder that we use in the shop, and it is the only one you will ever need.  The quality of this machine is amazing! It is built to last. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Stanwood Ball Winder is constructed from 3 millimeter thick steel with a rust-resistant green powder coating.  It easily clamps on to any table up to 2 1\/8\" thick.  The reinforced nylon gears are durable, flexible, smooth and quiet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEasily make large center pull yarn balls up to 10 ounces in size!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stanwood Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39680595427410,"sku":"","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1122\/5660\/products\/1_Maim_ver2__57415.1559249895.jpg?v=1636813613"},{"product_id":"lykke-umbrella-swift","title":"LYKKE Umbrella Swift","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Lykke Umbrella swift can accommodate various hank sizes and quickly help you wind your yarn for your next project.  Easily stores as it folds up when not in use, and also includes a cotton drawstring bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fsize-2p5 talign-center\"\u003eExpands up to 30\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fsize-2p5 talign-center\"\u003eDimensions: \u003cbr\u003e23 5\/8\" tall (without pin installed) \u003cbr\u003e1 7\/8\" clamp height\u003cbr\u003e1 1\/4\" clamp depth\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Accessories Unlimited","offers":[{"title":"acacia wood","offer_id":42063458959442,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"beechwood","offer_id":42063458992210,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"burnt mango","offer_id":42063459024978,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"mango wood","offer_id":42131424477266,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"shishmam","offer_id":42347759730770,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1122\/5660\/files\/lykke-burnt-mango-wood-umbrella-swift-283436_1080x_17e08280-8a3b-46f5-9835-1c0545d84b40.webp?v=1749323464"},{"product_id":"lykke-mango-wood-ball-winder","title":"LYKKE Wood Ball Winder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ball winder is a smooth and lovely way to wind up your yarn.  It is the perfect companion to a Lykke swift.  It can hold up to a 10 oz skein. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heavenly Yarns","offers":[{"title":"Mango","offer_id":42079903449170,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Acacia","offer_id":42079903481938,"sku":"","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Beech","offer_id":42118637879378,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1122\/5660\/files\/Screenshot2025-06-11134119.png?v=1749663695"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.fiberofmaine.com\/collections\/ball-winders-swifts.oembed","provider":"Heavenly Yarns","version":"1.0","type":"link"}