addi 6-Needle Handheld Spool Knitter — Egg Compact Model, Fast Hand-Crank with Hanging Weight

Addi Egg is a handheld 6-needle spool knitter that quickly produces thick i-cords with a simple crank, protective dome and hanging weight.

The Addi Egg is the smallest model in the Express family, designed to make French-style spool knitting faster and more consistent. It combines a compact footprint with an easy-to-turn crank and included accessories so you can start making decorative cords, trims, bracelets and craft accents immediately—no prior knitting experience required. Its small size makes it easy to stash in a bag or craft drawer and to use anywhere from a kitchen table to a knitting group.

How does the Addi Egg create i-cords faster than a traditional spool or French knitting dolly?

The Addi Egg automates the looping process with six evenly spaced needles and a smooth hand crank, eliminating manual hook work and reducing fatigue. As you turn the handle, the machine lifts and loops the yarn in a continuous cycle, producing an even, dense i-cord in a fraction of the time it takes by hand.

• Six metal needles provide uniform tension and even stitches.
• Hand crank keeps a steady rhythm for uninterrupted knitting.
• Hanging weight maintains tension for consistent cord diameter.
• Protective dome prevents yarn snags and keeps stitches contained.

What materials and yarn sizes work best with the Addi Egg?

The Addi Egg excels with bulky and medium-weight yarns that fill the six-needle tube to create a rounded, substantial cord. Lightweight or slippery yarns can be used, but you may need to test tension and add a slightly heavier weight to maintain stitch consistency.

• Ideal: chunky and aran-weight yarns for firm, visible cords.
• Works with worsted/medium yarns when tensioned properly.
• Avoid extremely fine lace yarns unless doubled up for thickness.
• Test new yarns briefly to adjust weight and cranking speed.

How do I set up and use the Addi Egg for the first project?

Setting up is straightforward: thread the yarn, cast on the six needles following the included booklet, attach the hanging weight, and start turning the crank. The package includes clear instructions so beginners can complete a short practice cord in minutes and progress to longer decorative trims.

• Load yarn through the centre and wrap for a secure cast-on.
• Attach the hanging weight to keep even tension while cranking.
• Turn the handle steadily—practice makes the speed even and smooth.
• Follow the enclosed booklet for troubleshooting and finishing techniques.

How do you finish and use the cords made with Addi Egg?

Finishing is simple: bind off the last stitches and secure the tail with a slip knot or needle. Finished cords can be used as decorative edgings, bag straps, lanyards, jewellery, or craft embellishments—trim to length and attach directly or sew into projects.

• Secure ends with a small knot or needle finishing for invisibility.
• Cords can be stitched into seams or looped through hardware for straps.
• Create multi-colour cords by changing colours as you crank.
• Use longer cords for home décor accents like curtain ties or plant hangers.

Who is this for: The Addi Egg is ideal for crafters who want a fast, portable way to make chunky i-cords without learning complex knitting techniques. It suits beginners, busy makers wanting quick embellishments, teachers demonstrating basic knitting principles, and experienced knitters who want a time-saving tool for trims, cords and accessories.