I've been reading the thread about grumpy husbands and several times pins on the floor and sticking feet has come up
My DH (now deceased) had diabetes and any foot injury was very serious.
I am a hand quilter and also lap quilt. I learned NEVER to use more than 2 pins at a time. That way I could hunt if one went missing. It was difficult if it was an applique project, but it was necessary
I also bought a very powerful magnet and used it if something got lost -- even needles disappear.
Pins and feet are a hazard to each other.
Mim