I use a large crochet hook to close the pins.

Recently found PINMOOR - these you use with quilter straight pins to baste! Being a tad more arthritic than I woul d like to admit -- those safety pin, in any size, just kill me.

You might want to look into them.
OUCHIE :roll:
Julie

I use a grapefruit spoon to to close the pins.

I use safety pins and an old, tough cutting mat for pinning.. The Kwik-klip is wonderful!!

I use small pins but want to try the pinmoors. Waiting for hubby to get to Harbor Freight.