straight pin

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A simple, straight pin with a head, used in sewing.

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  • She used a straight pin to hold the fabric in place.
  • Be careful not to prick yourself with a straight pin.
  • He kept a box of straight pins on his sewing table.
  • Attach the pattern pieces with straight pins before cutting.
  • My grandmother always had a cushion full of straight pins.
  • The tailor used small straight pins to mark the hemline.
  • A straight pin is essential for precise garment construction.
  • She grabbed a straight pin from the pincushion to secure the seam.
  • These antique straight pins have decorative heads.
  • Don't leave straight pins lying around where children can reach them.