I get the type of small paper clips from Office Max or Staples or Office Depot that open like jaws and have handles on them. Hope you can figure out what they are from my description! Can't post pictures or I would. Then I use only 3 or 4, moving them as I go. I don't get poked by pins and it works great for me! Good luck with finishing your quilt. All that hand work. W0w! Congratulations!