What do they put in pin cushions to keep the pins sharp?
05-25-2011, 08:16 AM
#43
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Originally Posted by fabric lover
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.
05-25-2011, 08:18 AM
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Originally Posted by JenniePenny
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)
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)
05-25-2011, 08:42 AM
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It is my understanding that some gals who have used the crushed walnut shells are finding that their pins are rusting...something about the walnut shells retaining moisture??? I'm not sure what to use...
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05-25-2011, 09:32 AM
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I use ground walnut shells that I purchase at the Pet Supply store. It's used in reptile cages. I make large pincushions and had enough for 19 pincusions out of the small bag. I just bought my second bag.
05-25-2011, 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by irishrose
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.
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