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๐Ÿงถ Efficient Hand-Operated Yarn Ball Winder - Stanwood Needlecraft YBW-A, 4-Ounce Review

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Details

MaterialMetal
BrandStanwood Needlecraft
ColorWhite
Item Weight0.8 Pounds
Item Dimensions LxWxH7.5 x 7 x 4.5 inches

Description of ๐Ÿงถ Efficient Hand-Operated Yarn Ball Winder - Stanwood Needlecraft YBW-A, 4-Ounce

Makes Center-pull Balls. Smoother, Quieter and Sturdier Than the Discontinued Royal Ball Winder. Unbreakable Metal Crank. 4 oz. capacity. One Year Unconditional Warranty

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Revainrating 4 out of 5

Accomplishes the task

I don't know why, but I rarely find the end of the yarn in the ball. I think I've made it twice over the years of crocheting and as a result of trying to find this ending I ended up with a big mess and that's why I'm not even trying anymore. It's annoying that every project is fed from one strand, as that's what happens when you launch from the outer riser. I chose this winder to enjoy the center pull when crocheting. My first assignment didn't go so well. I sat down at the kitchen table with a

Pros
  • Makes center pull balls
Cons
  • Doubt

Revainrating 5 out of 5

This spooler has my ADD!

I've been considering buying a twine winder for a while, after comparing various options, I decided on Standwood. This is the most expensive model I've found, but I can tell you it's worth EVERY penny! Now I wish I had gotten this curler 2 years ago! It took me a while to figure it out and a few strands to find my rhythm. Here's what worked for me: 1. Place the wrapper on a table where you can sit and be comfortable while you wrap it.2. Make sure the metal lever snaps under the spool.3. Makeโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Unbreakable metal handle
Cons
  • Little things

Revainrating 5 out of 5

There are some tips I want to give you when using this

Very similar to the Royal version, this is a 'must have' for anyone who wants clean, compact, center draw balls of yarn. Having wound at least a thousand of these over the last eight years (no exaggeration) I would like to share some tips on using this winding. Make sure you put the wire lever in the correct position. (Read the instructions, they'll help.) 2. If you're using a small piece of fluorescent tape (just tear it into small pieces and tape it to the edge of your work surface) to holdโ€ฆ

Pros
  • 4 oz curler. Capacity
Cons
  • New Competitors Arriving