Second the motion for Clover Wonder Clips (red ones). Another can't do without - instead of a thimble I use *** on the soft pad of my right hand, middle finger, to help push the needle when hand quilting. I've drawn a blank on the name and no longer have the packaging. Use these all the time, they come about 20 or 24 to a package, cost about $5, please someone help and supply the name. They are very small felt circles with adhesive on one side. Wishing your family a wonderful time in NY!