Bobbin Options for Good and Basic Spinning wheel

Spinning Wheel Bobbin Adapter – Print Your Own or Use a Pen Tube 

Designed for this printable spinning wheel: Original Spinning Wheel by Good and Basic on Thingiverse

When I built the printable spinning wheel linked above, I had a hard time finding the right aluminum tubing for the bobbin. So I designed this adapter system to make things easier—and more accessible—for anyone in the same situation.

This model gives you two flexible options:

• Print a full plastic replacement bobbin, or
• Use the adapter to fit a standard pen tube as the bobbin shaft.

I’ll be the first to admit I’m terrible at spinning, but even I was able to get both versions working decently. The pen tube version can be a bit snug, so adding a touch of lubricant might help it spin more freely.

For best results, print with a wide brim and leave it on to create a larger glue surface (This is optional, but recommended).

How to Use It:

•  Choose your preferred version: full bobbin or adapter for pen tube.
• (Optional) Print with a wide brim and keep it for a stronger glue surface.
• Insert the pen tube (consider light lubrication for smoother spinning).
• Assemble and glue as needed.
• Start spinning! 

If you find this idea interesting, pease go download the wheel and print it. It is a fun project and I have just started on my spinning journey but it has been a great starting point.

Design by Natecus on MakerWorld (license: BY).