Bobbins & Pirns

Having a good supply of bobbins and pirns on hand makes weaving sessions far more efficient, letting you pre-load several colors and swap them into your shuttle without pausing to rewind. Whether you weave on a floor loom or a small rigid heddle setup, matching your bobbins or pirns to your shuttle style keeps the weft flowing smoothly.

Choosing Between Bobbins, Pirns, and Spools

Bobbins typically fit boat shuttles and come in plastic or wood, such as the Schacht plastic bobbins or Harrisville Designs wooden bobbins, while pirns are tapered and designed for end-feed or rug shuttles like the Schacht pirns. Spools, including LeClerc styrene spools, are often used with bobbin-rack systems for warping or sectional beaming. Check your shuttle's specifications before ordering to be sure the size fits.

Using Bobbins and Pirns Efficiently

• Wind several bobbins or pirns in your weft colors before you start weaving so you can switch quickly
• Keep a dedicated bobbin winder nearby to reload as you go
• Store extras in a small bin or tray sorted by size so they're easy to grab mid-project

For more weaving and fiber supplies, browse the full yarn selection, and if you're also working on knit or crochet pieces alongside your weaving, our knitting patterns and crochet patterns collections offer plenty of project ideas.