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Guide to Winding Your Yarn

If you don't have winding tools, such as a yarn swift or ball winder, or if you're not familiar with how to wind yarn, please see the simple instructions below.

1. Most of our yarns are sold in twisted skeins, not pre-wound balls. You will need to wind the yarn into a ball before using it.


2. One end of the skein is tucked into a small opening at the other end. Simply pull that tucked end out of the hole, and the twist will loosen.


3. Spread out the loosened yarn into a circle. You can use two chair backs or ask a friend to hold up their arms to help support the loop while you wind. (If you are winding finer yarns, it can take a very long time — in that case, it’s best not to trouble a friend. We also offer an optional winding service if needed, please click the bottom below)


4. Sometimes the yarn’s two ends are easy to find after untwisting; other times, they might be tied together.


5. Once you find the two ends, carefully untie or snip the figure-eight ties (there may be three, or sometimes just one).


6. After cutting the ties, you can start winding from one end. Slowly, the skein will transform into a beautiful yarn ball, ready to use.

If it's still a bit hard to imagine just by reading the instructions, feel free to take a look at the demonstration by the Tibetan aunty.