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pin cushion

Small cushion used to hold pins and needles.

pin

Small pointed metal stem with a head; it is used to fasten two pieces of fabric and to mark fabric during fittings.

needle

Metal stem that passes the thread through the fabric to form a stitch.

eye

Hole in the head of the needle through which the thread passes.

emery pack

Small cushion filled with powdered emery; it is used to maintain the points of pins and needles.

thimble

Metal sleeve used to protect the middle finger, which pushes the needle when sewing by hand.

needle threader

Instrument that makes it easier to insert the thread into the eye of the needle.

magnet

Instrument used to collect pins and needles.