Need a center-pull yarn ball without wrestling your skein like it owes you money? Enter the ChiaoGoo Nostepinne “Nest Stick.”
Yes, it sounds charmingly old-world because it is.

A nostepinne is a traditional Norwegian hand tool designed specifically for winding center-pull balls of yarn, and this one does the job beautifully. The finish is smooth enough for effortless winding, but not so slick that your yarn slides off and makes a break for freedom.

At approximately 11" (28 cm) long, it’s generously sized, which means you can wind large balls of worsted or even chunky yarn without stopping halfway and questioning your life choices. The result is a tidy, well-behaved yarn ball that pulls smoothly from the center and doesn’t collapse into chaos halfway through your project.

No batteries. No clamps. No drama. Just you, your yarn, and a tool that’s been quietly getting it right for generations.

Basically, it’s the calm, capable friend your yarn deserves. 🧶