Why use flower head pins?
#1
Why use flower head pins?
I got an email about a massdrop with pins and flower head pins are included. It specifically says these pins are not heat resistant. Other than ironing, what is the big advantage to using them? I know one is that you can put a ruler over them to trim. Any other reason?
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I much prefer the glass head pins because of the pressing problem. The plastic head or flower head pins melt and either stick to the iron or to your fabric-sometimes creating problems. Just my opinion.
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Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: The Deep South near Cajun Country, USA
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I don't iron over the flower head pins and I prefer them over the glass head pins because they lay flat. I can match up seams, sew over them and keep things much straighter than using the glass head pins. This is one of those things that is a preference. Whichever you prefer is right for you.
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#9
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Location: Arizona
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I just like the feel of them, however last week I accidentally left one on the bottom side of the pieces I was joining and I thought the machine was having hard time sewing through a small area..then it was okay. When I wet to press the unit I found that I have sewn thru a flat flower pin head. yikkies a first for me...
Judy in Phx, AZ
Judy in Phx, AZ
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I like the flower head pins because they are thinner and longer then other pins. If you accidentally sew over a pin head it doesn't mess up your machine. I bought mine when I was doing OBW so I could lay my ruler on top of them to cut 6 layers. When pinning seams they cause less distortion in the fabric and the fabric lays flatter. Love my flower head pins!
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