Niddy noddy

A niddy-noddy is a tool used to make skeins from yarn. It consists of a central bar, with crossbars at each end, offset from each other by 90°. The central bar is generally carved to make it easier to hold.

Either one of the crossbars will have a flat edge to allow the skein to slide off, or will be completely removable.
Niddy-noddies can be constructed of many different materials including wood, metal, and plastic.
Wood is traditional, and most quality niddy-noddies are still made of wood.

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