What do they put in pin cushions to keep the pins sharp?

I remember adding something to the ones I made when I was young - but can't remember it.
I do remember that it was something that was used for something else around the house.

I use sand in mine. It seems to work. good luck

Sand or I like wool (leaves needles smooth because of the lanolin) or walnut pieces (really bird bedding from the feed store).

They sometimes use ground up walnut shells.

Hint: Don't buy the bags of this in the quilt shops if you ever come across it there -- you can find it a lot cheaper at Pet Supply Stores - Yes - they are used in reptile cages (I think)

I just made one that is blast from the past - I used to have my Girl Scouts make these. A jar lid, some fabric, glue and a SOS pad. It is doing a nice job on my pins. I wish I'd put a layer of batting over the pad. Next time.

I use ground up walnut shells.....purchased from the pet store. It was called "lizard litter" LOL

Good idea. I will try it!

I use a cleaning pad (attached picture because I don't know what it's called in english, sorry :-(( ) and I put 1 or 2 layers of batting around it . Works great.

Great ideas! I was just thinking about this same topic myself. Thanks for asking! I'll have to add a stop at the pet supply store to my list. Thanks.

Will something like that work for safety pins to? I have some safety pins and they are not as sharp as I would prefer they be.