Yarn Bobbin

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Yarn Bobbins

Name:	Yarn Bobbin
Use:	Used for carrying small lengths of yarn. Often used when working with Intarsia.
Where to Buy:	Local yarn store, craft store

[edit] Description

Yarn bobbins are most often used when working with Intarsia. They allow you to have small lengths of multiple colors attached to a project at the same time. While it can be cumbersome it is preferable to having 3 or 4 fulls balls of yarn hanging off the back of your project.