🔍 What’s the Purpose of That Tiny Hole in a Safety Pin?

A Forgotten Skill Making a Comeback

Before modern sewing machines and pre-threaded kits, people relied on simple tricks like this to make everyday tasks easier.

Other clever uses of the tiny hole include:

Temporary fabric marker: Tie a piece of contrasting thread through it and clip it to your project for quick reference
Bead organizer: Thread beads onto a string and secure the end with a safety pin to prevent slipping
Craft storage hack: Clip multiple pins together by linking their small holes — keeps them tidy and tangle-free

These aren’t hacks — they’re wisdom passed down from home sewers who valued efficiency.

“It’s just for packaging”	False — some pins come pre-threaded, but the hole has real function
“Only large safety pins have it”	No — many standard sizes include the second hole
“It weakens the pin”	Not true — it’s precision-engineered to maintain strength

Look closely — many brands (like Dritz or Clover) intentionally include it for utility.

No more fumbling with tape or losing the end inside the fabric!