It may be obvious to tailors, yet to many others the ingenuity behind common tools becomes a revelation. Gutermann, a name destined for global recognition in yarns, is praised not only for its vast palette of colors and ranges of strength but also for its inventive thinking. One standout example is the concealed compartment built into Gutermann yarn spools. This design feature sets Gutermann apart from many other brands, which do not include such a practical detail.
The secret compartment is crafted to hold needles. It sits at the base of the thread spool, offering a secure, convenient stash for needles when they are not in use. For people constantly on the move, this clever addition reduces the risk of losing needles and ensures they are always close at hand when needed.
Although modest in size, the compartment is large enough for a few standard needles. A simple twist of the spool’s base reveals the hidden space, and another twist locks the needles in place, ready for the next project. This practical mechanism is demonstrated in a guideable video that shows the full process clearly.
Beyond convenience, the design helps maintain a tidy workspace. A dedicated needle storage location minimizes the chances of misplacing small tools and prevents accidental injury from loose needles scattered around the work area.
What you learn from curious design details
Curiosity often leads to discovering the small features that quietly improve everyday tasks. In our Life and Style coverage, we revisit these discoveries—the tiny, overlooked elements that surprise us when we pause to notice them. Take, for instance, the hidden compartment of increasingly common office and household items. You might not realize it exists until a moment when it becomes unexpectedly handy, which makes you wonder which other devices hide similar clever touches.
Perceptive design in everyday objects
Consider the small cap on an oil bottle: its purpose might be more than meets the eye, guiding a smoother pour and reducing spills. The same sense of practical design extends to kitchen tools such as colanders and serving spoons, which we may have used without appreciating their thoughtful details. The more one looks, the more these everyday gadgets reveal themselves as small feats of functional design.