Spinning Wheel Accessories
Spinning Wheel Supplies Spinning Wheel Tools
All the manufacturers have many options and accessories for their spinning wheels and we have listed them on their page. Other supplies are listed here. This list is by no means complete. If you need or desire a particular brand just give us a call and we will be happy to quote a specific price.
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New! YARN GAUGE: made of New Zealand silverbeech, this yarn gauge offers 1/2 and 1" measures for use by spinners and weavers. Wrap your yarn around it periodically during spinning to check your gauge; or use it when selecting yarn to help you gauge your weaving sett. You can easily tie it to your wheel, loom or key ring with the leather strap that is included.
ASH-GAU - $5.50
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New! YARN SWIFT: made of natural hard maple, this swift features durable ball bearings for a consistently smooth winding process. You'll be amazed at the range of skein sizes this swift accommodates while sitting conveniently on any table top. No clamps are needed to hold it in place. Ships knocked down but assembles in minutes with no tools needed.
BEK-SW - $53.50
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New! ANDEAN PLYING TOOL: wind your yarn on this tool rather than your hand and you can ply it back into your spindle or wheel while holding the tool or better yet, put the tool in the base and use it like a lazy kate freeing your hands. Includes a handy denim case and instructions.
NAN-AN - $40
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GREENSLEEVES WRISTLET: this wristlet made of assorted exotic woods is both a wrist distaff and a wrap-per-inch guide. It comes with a little silk bracelet which can also be hung from your spinning wheel.
GRS-WRI - $26
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SPINNER'S CONTROL CARD & YARN GAUGE: a handy tool to figure out the diameter needed for a specific ply and to make sure you are spinning a consistent yarn! Determine the number of wraps per inch that you want your finished yarn to be and multiply this by the number of plies you want; the result is the thickness of each single as indicated by a number on the card. As you spin, lay the yarn periodically against the clear acrylic card and compare to ensure consistency. Comes with instructions and handy clip.
VIP-SCC - $13
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KROMSKI SPINNING STOOL: You need to sit just right to spin comfortably. With the Kromski spinning stool, you can. This sturdy stool has a contoured seat that will let you spin for hours. The legs have been turned so that you can make a permanent adjustment to the seat height from 17" to 18.5" if you wish. And if not for spinning, you will find this stool works well in a variety of settings. Available unfinished or with a clear, mahogany or walnut finish.
KRO-2000 - spinning stool, unfinished $79
KRO-2002 - spinning stool, clear finish $95
KRO-2003 - spinning stool, mahogany finish $95
KRO-2004 - spinning stool, walnut finish $95
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ASHFORD SPINNING CHAIR: this sturdy four legged chair is made by Ashford but can be used in any spinning situation. 17" tall; overall height 38"; 10.5 lbs. Unfinished or lacquered. NOTE: the heart cutout design has been discontinued and replaced by an oval opening a the top as pictured and no carving on the back.
ASH-2000N - unfinished (oval cutout) $144
ASH-2002N - lacquered (oval cutout). $179
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SPINNER'S UTILITY TABLE
This all-purpose table is ideal for the spinner to take along to demonstrations, workshops etc. Made of pine, it is lightweight (9 lbs), very easy to carry (with built-in handle), and easy to fold (like the above stool, it splits in the middle). It is 22" high with a 24" x 21" surface. It would also make a nice picnic table or a child's table.
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Niddy Noddies
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KROMSKI NIDDY NODDIES: The Kromskis make three sizes for three different size skeins: 30", 48" and 72". The two smaller sizes are available in clear, walnut and mahogany finishes. The large Niddy is available unfinished, with a clear finish, and with a walnut or mahogany stain finish.
KRO-SC - small, clear finish $14
KRO-SM - small, mahogany finish $14
KRO-SW - small, walnut finish $14
KRO-MCL - medium, clear finish $16
KRO-MMA - medium, mahogany finish $16
KRO-MWA - medium, walnut finish $16
KRO-3200 - large, unfinished $19.50
KRO-3202 - large, clear finish $22
KRO-3203 - large, mahogany finish $22
KRO-3204 - large, walnut finish $22
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ASHFORD NIDDY NODDY: to turn your yarn into a skein 60" long. Makes for quick winding, washing, drying and calculations for warps.
ASH-3200 - $14.50
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SAMPLE NIDDY NODDY: 5"; good for small (24") skeins of fine fibers or for dye samples; folds flat - great for traveling. Made of walnut in the US. WE ARE SORRY BUT THESE ARE NO LONGER MADE; WE STILL HAVE A FEW! THEY WILL NOT LAST LONG...
STE-3200 - $22
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ASHFORD MINI NIDDY NODDY: good for sample skeins; 6". Made of quality New Zealand silverbeech plywood. Top and bottom interlock and separate easily.
ASH-3201 - $17
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Niddy Noddy Spindle: this other style of niddy noddy/spindle is collapsible, made of hardwood and 6.5" long. Weighs approximately 1 oz. Made in Canada.
ENN-NI - $8.50
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DOLPHIN NIDDY NODDY: looks different and works great.
MAJ-3200 - $58
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BABE NIDDY NODDY: inexpensive, 1 2/3 yards. Made of PVC pipe.
BAB-3200 - $10.00
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Lendrum Niddy Noddy: this versatile niddy noddy includes 2 shafts to make a one-yard and a 2-yard niddy noddy. Like having two niddy noddies.
LEN-3200 - $19.80
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ASHFORD SKEINWINDER: free standing skeinwinder with its floor stand . Skein size - 60".
ASH-K3200 - $83
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ADJUSTABLE SKEINWINDER: this reel may be clamped to a table top and is adjustable for skeins from 40" to 60"; it is made of metal with a wooden handle.
LEC-222 - $199
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NEW 3-PIECE STRAUCH SKEINWINDER/SWIFT:
these versatile swifts can now be used as a table or floor model; they include an umbrella section and both floor and table bases. When used as a floor model, the swift is 42" high; used as a table model, it is 27" tall; the skein circumference is adjustable from 1 to 2 yards. A handle on top makes for easy turning. Each swift is treated with a penetrating oil finish and needs only to be occasionally cleaned with liquid lemon oil furniture polish. Do not use any paste wax as it will ruin the fine texture of the wood. Available in natural unstained birch or oak.
FRI-SKC03 - Birch $201
FRI-SKC02 - Oak $193
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SCHACHT GOKO ADJUSTABLE SKEINWINDER: this winder sits on the ground, and turns smoothly and freely in slots on its wooden stand. Adjustable to hold skeins with a circumference from 57" to 64".
SCH-GO - $124
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BABE YARNBLOCKER
24" wide and 48" around, this handy inexpensive yarnblocker will hold 8 full-sized skeins. Use it indoors or out: It is UV protected for outdoor drying and waterproof - use it in the shower or tub!
BAB-501 - $115
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KATIE A-GO-GO
Crafted in the USA, this portable Lazy Kate is for spinners on the go! Take it with you and assemble it in less than a minute - no tools required. Best of all, it has a fully adjustable tensioning system just like the larger Kates have and it will accommodate up to 3 bobbins. It has a maple base and comes in its own 7"x7"x1" sack. The following brands will fit on this Kate: Ashford (standard bobbins), Majacraft, Lendrum (regular), Kromski, Jensen, Babe.
NAN-K - $49
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KROMSKI TENSIONED LAZY KATES
These three-bobbin kates are distinctive in their look as well as for ease of use and adapability should you have other size bobbins you wish to ply from. They hold Kromski bobbins, of course, but also Ashford (standard bobbins), Jensen, Reeves, Timbertops, Roberta (regular), Majacraft and Lendrum (regular and very fast bobbins).
KRO-3006 - Lazy Kate, upright, unfinished $40.95
KRO-3011 - Lazy Kate, upright, clear finish $49.50
KRO-3012 - Lazy Kate, upright, mahogany finish $49.50
KRO-3013 - Lazy Kate, upright, walnut finish $49.50
KRO-3007 - Lazy Kate, arch style, unfinished $40.95
KRO-3008 - Lazy Kate, arch style, clear finish $49.50
KRO-3009 - Lazy Kate, arch style, mahogany finish $49.50
KRO-3010 - Lazy Kate, arch style, walnut finish $49.50
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WHEEL THREADING HOOKS: we have plain threading hooks made by Ashford, fancy U.S. hand-turned hooks and handcrafted colorful hooks.
Ashford wood handle (picture far left). Short; for Joy or Elizabeth II only (it is too short for other wheels).
ASH-1001 - lacquered $9.60
ASH-1002 - unfinished $9.60
Plain Ashford hook . Second from left.
ASH-1000- $3
Schacht threading hook. Third from left.
SCH-1000 - $8
Kromski threading hook Second from right.
KRO-1000 - unfinished $11.50
KRO-1002 - clear finish $11.50
KRO-1003 - mahogany finish $11.50
KRO-1004 - walnut finish $11.50
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CELTIC DIZ: this beautiful celtic knot diz is handcrafted of Black Lip Mother-of-Pearl. No two are alike. Easy to hold and use, it features 4 different hole sizes.
VIP-CKD - $16
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SCHACHT "DIZZY" GAUGE: this spinning/weaving gauge with 1/2" and 1" measures is also a diz for making consistent sliver when using combs.
SCH-3400 - $17
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MAJACRAFT DIZ: this diz is made of polished brass and offers three hole sizes: 1.5 mm, 2.4 mm and 5 mm.
MAJ-100 - $25
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WRAP-PER-INCH TOOL KIT: made from birch hardwood and laser etched, this little tool allows spinners and knitters to measure the wraps per inch of their yarn. Spinners can make sure they are spinning consistently; both knitters and spinners can easily compare yarns and exchange. Kit includes a card with directions and yarn classification chart.
NAN-WPI - $9.95
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NOSTEPINNE: an old-fashioned handy ballwinder. This one is made by Kromski; it has a good feel in the hand. Makes a nice pull skein. Available unfinished or with a clear, mahogany or walnut finish.

KRO-1220 - unfinished $13.75
KRO-1222 - clear finish $13.75
KRO-1223 - mahogany finish $13.75
KRO-1224 - walnut finish $13.75
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BALL WINDER: clamps to a table and allows you to wind off yarn into a neat, easy to unroll ball. Machine knitters use them to insure even tension; spinners may use them to ply yarns from both the inside and outside, thus no waste.
GLI-111 - $36.50
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CONE WINDER: we also have a small cone winder, about the same size as the above ball winder. Comes with 2 plastic cones.
ASH-333 - $44
ASH-334 - Extra cones $3
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JUMBO BALL WINDER
Made of ash and finished with Tung oil, the Strauch Ball Winder allows you to wind a very large ball. Includes clamps to secure the winder to a table. Clamps can be mounted on either side of the base to make a right or left handed ball winder.
FRI-111 - $98
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UMBRELLA SWIFT: Sturdy metal skeinwinder. Can be clamped at any angle.The parts of the arms which touch the yarn are sleeved in smooth plastic to prevent any snags. Clamp included.
NOR-222 - $39.99
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WOODEN SWIFT: (right) Similar to above but much larger and crafted of wood. For skeins as heavy as 3 or 4 lbs.
GLI-222 - $66.50
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McMORRAN YARN BALANCE: useful tool to determine the yardage per pound of any yarn (handspun yarn, unlabelled or leftover yarn, etc.) Instructions included.
GRA-100 - $21.95
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LECLERC COUNTER: use to measure your yardage for weaving, spinning or knitting. For warping with a sectional beam, place the counter on the tension box to measure the yardage of your warp; one revolution equals 1/10 yd (up to 999.9 yards). Also useful when filling bobbins for warping (the thread coming from the bobbin rack is threaded through the tension box before being wound onto the bobbins; this avoids wasting thread.) Support and pulley are made of maple.
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YARN METER: this affordable yarn meter measures lengths in feet (up to 999 feet) and will handle most yarn weights. It will even work with certain ribbon yarns. Includes hardwood base and clamp. The clamping system allows the unit to be attached to a table, spinning wheel, loom, or other surface. To use, simply slide the yarn down through the slot in the counter; the yarn is guided thru the two wooden posts.
OPTION: denim carry case with zippered opening and strap handle.
NAN-ME - Yarn Meter - $49.99
NAN-CA - Denim case - $12
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New! YARN METER PLUS: this is similar to the Yarn Meter (above) with the addition of a yarn tensioner to assist users with maintaining tension on their yarn more easily. The yarn meter measures lengths in feet
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