If a friend or family member is with you, ask them to hold the yarn skein in-between their arms for a smoother wind.
Spread your fingers slightly apart while you wind, so the roll doesn’t get too tight. [3] X Research source Keep the yarn from falling off your fingers by wrapping it between your knuckles and fingertips.
Keeping your thumb in the center while you wrap will ensure the ball isn’t too tight.
As the ball forms, you’ll be able to spin the yarn around while continuously wrapping. [7] X Research source Tuck the end of the string into the ball once you’re done to keep your yarn ball nice and secure. [8] X Research source
Try holding your thumb horizontally, as this can make it easier to wrap. [11] X Research source
Moving your thumb with the wrap can help beginner yarn winders.
Be careful not to wrap too tightly—you should still be able to wiggle your fingers and loosen the string.
Wrapping your fingers and thumb will keep the ball from getting too tight. Rotate where you pinch the roll for a rounder yarn ball. Move around the tail of excess string, checking that it’s out of the wrapping altogether.
If you don’t have an extra piece of cardboard, use a piece of cardstock.
Tuck the end of your yarn under a string in the ball to keep it secure.
