I couldn't find the thread David started. I have this neat tool to close the pins when sandwiching a quilt. I coudn't do without it.

It is the Kwik Klip- Paula Joan Creations- Sacramento, CA (916) 468-3480. I had it years ago, I haven't seen it in the quilt store anymore.
Once I went to a class and a quilter had one made with a wood handle and a screw. Worked just fine.

You can buy it at J Hittle sewing.

Eleanor Burns - is selling them

http://www.quiltinaday.com/shoponlin...8&cat=&page=16

I bought my Kwik Klip from the Quilt in a Day website. I love it!

Our JoAnns has them!!

I bought mine at Joann's years ago. Don't know if they still carry them as I haven't looked. I love mine and it really saves your fingers when closing pins.

I use chop sticks that have ridges at the very end....a gift from one of my teachers...sure keeps the fingers from getting sore.

A very handy tool, I love mine.

I have one I got from Quilt in a Day a few years ago. I love it, especially having a touch of arthritis in my thumb. It also works good for opening the pins after.

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-85157-1.htm
This is the link to David's post in case you want to update it.