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Old 05-05-2010, 06:54 AM
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I didn't know about these. Will have to look for them!
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Old 05-05-2010, 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by sewcrazygirl
I never knew about these forked pins! i need some

http://www.threadsmagazine.com/item/...g-seams/page/2
Am I missing something? I don't see a forked pin at this site!
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Old 05-05-2010, 12:01 PM
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Yeah that's why I do. It takes awhile to put all the pins in, but it makes a world of difference.

In the last 3-4 years, I've seriously bent about a dozen pins, lost about 3 needles, and slightly bent a bunch. But that usually happens when I'm sewing quickly (since you have to go really slow). I always sew my pins... I get the IBC silk pins. Love them. Hate sewing without pins
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Old 05-05-2010, 12:11 PM
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those are neat. thank you for sharing. Blessings. Penny
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Old 05-05-2010, 04:28 PM
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I purchased some of these several years ago after seeing Alex Anderson using them on her show several times. Useless - I hate them!! Never use them!

Somehow they distort the fabric much more than using two separate pins, I assume because they are joined together.

I would say use two nice long, fine pins (not the thick type with the large heads) and save your money.
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Old 05-06-2010, 06:55 AM
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I've never heard of them, but since I don't have them, I obviously need them!! Bello Boo - I laughed out loud. Thanks!
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Old 07-09-2010, 09:40 AM
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I bot them at Patchwork Penquin on Foothill Blvd in Tujunga.
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Old 07-09-2010, 10:33 AM
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I use one thin pin at my intersections, pinning right through the two seams, and get really good "points" all the time. Well, most of the time....I don't if I'm not trying hard. :wink:
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Old 07-09-2010, 11:39 AM
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I bought some @ JoAnn's with my 50% off coupon they are in the quilting section & work GREAT !
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Old 07-09-2010, 12:48 PM
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I checked at JoAnn's and the lady had no idea what I was talking about so I went on Ebay and purchased a pack. I believe they were under $10. Haven't used them yet, but I've got them!
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