I've always used human hair.. you dont get the weight but the natural oil in hair keeps the pins sharp, if you want it weighted, make a small base piece filled with kitty litter or long cook rice ( uncooked of course)...

I don't know the difference between the two.

I bought a big bag of walnut shells at my local pet shop, its used to line bird cages.

I've been looking for "doll making pellets' for the same thing....any idea where to find them???

only in pet stores, I've seen them called "lizard glitter"...don't know why. :roll:

Sand will do the job!

I get them at the Pet store...

Bird Brain Designs. Crushed walnut shells and emmery.

Linda you know where everything is and how to do it......LOL See you on the 17th......I will check out the Lizard glitter........

Pet store. I bought a HUGE bag of them.