Ashford Umbrella Swift

The Essential Yarn Winding Tool for Spinners, Weavers & Knitters

The Ashford Umbrella Swift is designed for effortless yarn winding, smooth rotation, and maximum stability—making it the perfect tool for transforming skeins and hanks into neat, knot-free balls. Whether you are working with hand-dyed yarns, commercial skeins, or your own handspun, this swift delivers fast, efficient, tangle-free winding every time.

Crafted from premium solid beech hardwood and built for long-term durability, the Ashford Swift pairs beautifully with any ball winder, including the Ashford e-Ball Winder and Hand-Crank Ball Winder. Its adjustable ribs accommodate a wide range of skein sizes, making it one of the most versatile fiber tools available.

Key Features & Benefits

Smooth, Quiet Rotation

The precision-engineered bearings ensure effortless spinning, eliminating snags, jerks, or uneven tension.

Large Skein Capacity

Adjustable ribs easily hold skeins up to approximately 72" (185 cm) in circumference, giving you flexibility for large hand-dyed hanks and bulky yarn.

Premium Beech Hardwood Construction

Strong, stable, and built to last—ideal for daily use in your fiber studio or shop.

Clamp-On Base for Stability

Attaches securely to tables, counters, or workbenches without wobble. Perfect for both home and studio setups.

Folds for Easy Storage

Collapses neatly when not in use, making it ideal for small workspaces.

Perfect Companion to Ball Winders

Engineered to pair seamlessly with:

• Ashford Ball Winder

• Ashford e-Ball Winder

• Strauch, Schacht, and Kromski winders

• Any standard winder on the market

Who This Swift Is Ideal For

• Spinners who need to wind handspun yarn into cakes or balls

• Knitters & crocheters who buy yarn hanks

• Fiber artists who need fast, tangle-free skein management

• Studio dyers needing efficient skein-handling tools

• Anyone wanting the most reliable, long-lasting swift available

Specifications

• Material: Solid Beech Hardwood

• Skein Capacity: Up to ~72" (185 cm) circumference

• Style: Table-mounted umbrella swift

• Finish: Natural lacquered finish

• Assembly: Simple, fully illustrated instructions included, minimal assembly required

FAQs

Q: Does this swift work with all ball winders?

Yes. It pairs with any manual or electric ball winder and is designed to rotate smoothly under high tension.

Q: Can I use it without a ball winder?

Absolutely. You can wind by hand directly from the swift if preferred.

Q: Does the table clamp fit thick tabletops?

The clamp accommodates most standard table thicknesses; for oversized tabletops, an additional clamping block may be helpful.

Q: Is the swift fully assembled?

It requires minimal assembly and includes all hardware and instructions.