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3gwoodworks

Idaho, United States

2.7k
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18 years
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2.7k
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2.7k
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May include: A circular wooden drop spindle whorl featuring a natural light brown burl wood grain pattern. The centre contains a small metal hook protruding from a central hole, with a visible vertical seam running through the middle of the wood.

1.05 oz. Maple Burl Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3678

AU$32.78

May include: A circular wooden drop spindle featuring a polished light brown finish with visible wood grain patterns. A small dark brown wooden bead is centred on the top surface, holding a curved metal hook that extends outwards.

1.12 oz. Myrtlewood Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3646

AU$32.78

May include: A wooden drop spindle featuring a light brown, circular whorl with a natural wood grain. The spindle has a dark brown shaft and a metal hook extending from the base. The whorl's diameter is approximately 7.6 cm.

1.05 oz. Birdseye Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3441

AU$32.78

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May include: A custom drop spindle with a wooden shaft and a red and brown wood whorl. The whorl has a unique grain pattern. The spindle is labelled "CUSTOM DROP SPINDLE".

Customize Your Drop Spindle

AU$32.78

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May include: A circular wooden drop spindle with a polished, glossy finish showcasing natural brown wood grain patterns. A small, coiled metal hook is centred on the top surface of the disc, providing a point for fibre attachment.

1.15 oz. Teak Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3686

AU$32.78

May include: A drop spindle featuring a circular, polished wooden whorl with a distinct, swirling burl grain pattern in shades of tan and brown. A small metal hook is centred on the whorl, attached to a light-coloured wooden shaft extending upwards.

1.01 oz. Maple Burl Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3685

AU$32.78

May include: A circular wooden drop spindle featuring a polished light brown finish with visible natural wood grain patterns. The centre of the disc contains a small metal hook, and a narrow notch is cut into the top edge of the wooden whorl.

1.18 oz. Quilted Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3684

AU$32.78

May include: A drop spindle featuring a circular wooden whorl with a polished, dark brown finish and visible natural wood grain patterns. A small metal hook is centred on the whorl, and a long, cylindrical wooden shaft extends from the back.

0.89 oz. Banksia Pod Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3680

AU$32.78

May include: A circular wooden drop spindle whorl featuring a natural light brown burl wood grain pattern. The centre contains a small metal hook protruding from a central hole, with a visible vertical seam running through the middle of the wood.

1.05 oz. Maple Burl Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3678

AU$32.78

May include: A circular wooden pendant featuring a natural grain pattern with dark brown textured edges and three smooth, polished circular inlays. A small silver-toned metal loop is attached to the centre for hanging purposes.

1.68 oz. Banksia Pod Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3671

AU$32.78

May include: A drop spindle featuring a circular, polished dark brown wooden whorl with visible wood grain patterns. A thin metal hook extends from the centre of the whorl, accompanied by a small, dark, spherical bead positioned near the base of the hook.

0.69 oz. Claro Walnut Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3664

AU$32.78

May include: A wooden drop spindle featuring a light brown, circular whorl with a natural wood grain. The spindle has a dark brown shaft and a metal hook extending from the base. The whorl's diameter is approximately 7.6 cm.

1.05 oz. Birdseye Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3441

AU$32.78

May include: A circular wooden drop spindle featuring a polished light brown finish with visible wood grain patterns. A small dark brown wooden bead is centred on the top surface, holding a curved metal hook that extends outwards.

1.12 oz. Myrtlewood Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3646

AU$32.78

May include: A circular wooden drop spindle whorl featuring a light tan grain with dark brown natural markings. A small metal hook is centred on the top surface, and a narrow notch is cut into the outer edge of the wooden disc for yarn guidance.

1.23 oz. Spalted Tamarind / Redwood Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3586

AU$32.78

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Announcement

Last updated on 17 Aug, 2025

My shop will be closed starting August 21st and I will reopen on August 30th. I will continue to monitor convos during this time. We are a small woodworking business that offers Spindles made from exotic woods from around the world. As you look at our Drop Spindle listings please keep in mind that we can customize one for you. Contact us with the wood type and weight specifications.

Please note that we are required to charge 6% sales tax for items sold in Idaho. Contact us for International Shipping Rates if it is not already shown in the item listing.

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Reviews

5.0 (1393)

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Elise on 09 Nov, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

nice addition to my collection ✂️🐑🐑

1.86 oz. Banksia Pod Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3670

1.86 oz. Banksia Pod Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3670
Ashley on 06 Nov, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

It is small and light, and it works well enough.

0.98 oz. Maple Burl Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3640

0.98 oz. Maple Burl Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3640
Susan on 31 Oct, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful and expertly-crafted drop spindle! Can’t wait to use it! Thank you so much!!!

1.44 oz. Maple Burl Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3656

1.44 oz. Maple Burl Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3656
Marissa on 27 Oct, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

This spindle is too cute! I love it and the little soft fuzzies on the sides too. Thank You!

0.85 oz. Banksia Pod Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3652

0.85 oz. Banksia Pod Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3652
Katherine on 27 Oct, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

The curly maple top whorl is beautiful and this really is an all around lovely top whorl spindle. And it works great too! It’s well balanced, easy to work with, fun to spin, and quickly becoming my favorite spindle. I’ll definitely be back!

1.53 oz. Curly Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3633

1.53 oz. Curly Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3633
Jennifer on 23 Oct, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Awesome so cool 😎 thanks again great seller service always beautiful spindle

1.63 oz. Purpleheart w sapwood / Curly Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3653

1.63 oz. Purpleheart w sapwood / Curly Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3653
Jane on 19 Oct, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

So beautiful! What a lovely spinning experience!

1.44 oz. Spalted Maple/Curly Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3639

1.44 oz. Spalted Maple/Curly Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3639
Jennifer on 17 Oct, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Wow superfast delivery 🚚 I am so impressed by your wonderful seller service, always amazing fun beautiful spindles, this new one now my favorite by u ☆☆☆☆☆☆

1.22 oz. Purpleheart w sapwood / Quilted Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3647

1.22 oz. Purpleheart w sapwood / Quilted Maple Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3647
Etsy buyer on 06 Oct, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Repeat customer here. These spindles are now my favorite. They are light, balanced and gorgeous!

1.15 oz. Banksia Pod Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3628

1.15 oz. Banksia Pod Drop Spindle Top Whorl 3628
Jane on 02 Oct, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

I just got my second beautiful custom drop spindle and have told all my spinning friends to buy from this shop!

Customize Your Drop Spindle

Customize Your Drop Spindle

About 3gwoodworks

3GWOODWORKS for Fine Handcrafted Items

Sales 2,711

On Etsy since 2008

3GWOODWORKS for Fine Handcrafted Items

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Last updated on 16 February, 2023

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