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?

I like that one side is white and I can write a number on it with a Sharpie permanent marker. They are also easily visible.

I've wondered the same question. I just bought the glass tip/heat resistant ones when I started quilting last year.

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.

You will want to slap me, but maybe cuz they're cute?! Sorry, couldn't resist, LOL!

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.

Exactly!!!

they're so much easier to pick up & guide [IMHO]-- especially when your fingers don't work right!

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