It may not seem a big thing, but I have been unreasonably excited about the arrival of these pins. Many a time I have attempted, in my somewhat slapdash and impetuous way, to make something out of material - a bag, a cushion or a cover to protect the back of a chair. Each time I have managed to drop pins on the floor, prick myself on the ones holding the material together, or lose them altogether, only to see something shining on the rug several days later when the cats and Chris have been walking about and could have had a nasty injury.
So, with great excitement, I ordered these proper, grown up quilting pins. They are longer than the normal ones and have an obvious flower shaped head. I dropped one of the on the floor as I was creating the pattern above, and saw it straightaway, so am full of enthusiasm for future projects. Hoorah, no more lost pins. Now, where did I put the box?
These certainly look the business and the extra length much more useful than ordinary short pins. Not one to miss though and step on by mistake so hope you don't have a read and white floor anywhere! Happy sewing! E x
ReplyDeleteDear E
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your comment. I am very excited about the pins, as you can tell, but haven't actually used them for anything yet! I can confirm that there are no red and white floors in the house, so that is one less thing to worry about.
Happy crocheting and sewing to you too.
Best wishes
Ellie x
A little PS to yesterday's comment! Firstly apologies for the typo - don't know how red became read but there you are! Secondly you made me remember that i had been given some long pins several years ago that I have never used - I dug them out and used them pronto to secure a little knitting foray that hopefully will be finished in time for its posting date later this week. Short pins would have been utterly useless but these stiletto-style jobs took no prisoners if you see what I mean! So thank you so much for reminding me of their existence - I don't know why I haven't used them before! E x
ReplyDeleteDear E
ReplyDeleteI am so pleased that my post has served a useful purpose - to remind you about your pins! Sometimes I do wonder whether my ramblings are of any benefit to the 'world in general', so it is lovely to know that occasionally, they can be helpful. Hope your knitting foray turns out well.
Best wishes
Ellie x