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How do you wear a pin on a sweater?

I see beautiful pins but I do not want to puncture the fabric on my clothing. Suggestions please on how to fasten to garment.
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Re: How do you wear a pin on a sweater?

Magnapin

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Re: How do you wear a pin on a sweater?

Where did you purchase? Thank you for the response. I have several pins but never wear them.
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Re: How do you wear a pin on a sweater?

On 11/18/2014 shwarma said: Where did you purchase? Thank you for the response. I have several pins but never wear them.

They used to sell them on the Q. You can buy them from her site. I am sure they are similar products out there.

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Re: How do you wear a pin on a sweater?

I use the magnet pin, and it works well, but wouldn't use it on flimsy fabrics. {#emotions_dlg.unsure}

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Re: How do you wear a pin on a sweater?

Loose weaves, like most sweaters shouldn't be damaged by pins. Tight weaves, like silks could be a problem. In any event, pin the pin thru your bra strap to give it extra support so that the pin will lay properly and not tug on the fabric.

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Re: How do you wear a pin on a sweater?

I purchased mine on ebay for $13 with free shipping.

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Re: How do you wear a pin on a sweater?

On 11/18/2014 missy1 said:

Magnapin


Yes! I bought two from Amazon last winter.

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Re: How do you wear a pin on a sweater?

On 11/19/2014 lavenderjunkie said:

Loose weaves, like most sweaters shouldn't be damaged by pins. Tight weaves, like silks could be a problem. In any event, pin the pin thru your bra strap to give it extra support so that the pin will lay properly and not tug on the fabric.

What a great idea, I never thought of that. Thanks lavenderjunkie!

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Re: How do you wear a pin on a sweater?

I'm just careful to poke the pin through a little space between the yarns. I've never pulled a thread or had it leave a mark. I do wear cotton sweaters though. I don't know if it would be different on cashmere or other types.