While safety pins are simple tools, the tiny hole at the end isn’t just a manufacturing leftover — it serves a practical sewing purpose:
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Threading aid: You can thread a string, elastic, or ribbon through the hole to help guide it through tight fabric tunnels (like waistbands or drawstring casings). This makes threading easier and prevents losing the pin inside the fabric.
Other Traditional Sewing Tips Highlighted:
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Beeswax on thread: Running thread over beeswax strengthens it, reduces fraying and tangling, and helps it glide through fabric smoothly.
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Dry soap for marking fabric: A cheap and effective alternative to tailor’s chalk for marking, easy to wash out and non-staining.
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Backstitching to reinforce seams: Sewing backward over the end of a seam adds durability and prevents it from unraveling.
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Diagonal pinning: Pinning fabric diagonally (instead of perpendicular) holds fabric better and makes pin removal easier during machine sewing.
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Strong knots: Wrapping the thread around the needle multiple times before pulling tight creates secure, neat knots.
Why These Old Tricks Matter:
These simple, time-tested sewing hacks save time, reduce mistakes, and improve the quality of finished work. They reflect the wisdom of past generations and remain valuable even in today’s tech-driven sewing world.
