Nostepinne, Hand-turned Wooden Yarn Ball Winder, Cherry Wood

$25.00

Shipping to United States: Free

Hand-turned wooden Nostepinne (yarn ball-winder), made from cherry, and finished with a light coat of beeswax. These are medieval tools for creating center-pull balls of yarn, typically in a flat "cake" form, but also as round balls.

The Nostepinnes are between 10.5 and 12 inches in length overall, and the "tip" of the tapered end is approximately 3/8" in diameter.

Due to the wood being a natural material, variations in grain pattern and color will occur. Occasionally, there will be defects in the wood (bark inclusions, small pockets, etc.); I strive to make sure that these will not affect the functioning of the Nostepinne. Because they are hand-turned, slight variations in dimension and form will occur.

The Nostepinnes have been sanded smooth, and finished with a light coat of beeswax rubbed into the wood.

If you desire something in particular (special notches, or no "bead" between the handle and the taper), or would like a different finish or size, don't hesitate to PM me.

I ship these USPS First Class Package, with tracking.

Shipping from United States

Processing time

1-2 weeks

Customs and import taxes

Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.

Payment Options

Secure options
  • Accepts Etsy gift cards

Returns & Exchanges

I gladly accept returns

Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery

Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery

I don't accept exchanges or cancellations

But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.

The following items can't be returned or exchanged

Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:

  • Custom or personalized orders
  • Perishable products (like food or flowers)
  • Digital downloads
  • Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)

Thank you very much! The nostepinne is just beautiful!


Great quality, surprisingly easy to use. I got it going on the first try and since it’s well made and has no fiddly bits like the crank winders I can use it forever knowing it will never break. I even wound a ball of yarn on the train!


This is the second one I purchased. I gave the first one to my daughter. We both enjoy using it due to its tapered design. It performs well, and the quality is excellent.


Beautiful piece of craftsmanship. Can’t wait to use it.


The winder was beautifully made. I am happy with the quality.


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