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The Clover Round Basic "Quick" Yo-Yo Maker

From Debbie Colgrove, About.com

Sewing a basic yo-yo is a simple task so why would you spend your heard earned money on a tool? There are reasons!
Basic Round Yo-Yo Tools

Basic Round Yo-Yo Tools

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Advantages of the round yo-yo tools
  • The tool makes yo-yos that are exactly the same time after time. Doing them by hand can cause slight variations in the amount of hem that is turned under effecting the size of the finished yo-yo.
  • The guide causes you to sew perfectly spaced stitches, which caused perfectly even gathers.
  • The stitching guides are an excellent tool for anyone who has never sewn by hand before making it a great learning tool.
  • A slight variation on the provided directions allows an easier grip by hands and fingers effected by arthritis. I found that by trimming away the fabric after the stitching was done, my fingers could lay flat on the tool which eased the pain on the arthritic joints.
Disadvantages of the round yo-yo tools
  • You're limited to the sizes available.
  • Expense.

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