Clover Wonder Clips Pkg of 50, Red

These clips are a product that, until recently, I didnt know existed. I have a big family and with little ones making their way into every corner of the house I have to be extremely careful with pins. Ive had to give myself a small number of pins to work with at a time which I count each time Im done using them. Of one is missing I have to search around and use a magnet until I find it. Now I can use all the clips I want without worrying about them falling on the floor. The clips themselves work well. I expected them to be larger but now that Ive used them I feel the size is just right. Theyre exceptionally well made and I can see them lasting for years even with frequent use. With this quality comes weight. While theyre very lightweight compared to most things theyre quite heavy compared to pins. This weighs down your fabric, making it floppy when youre sewing. Its certainly not a deal breaker and I think these clips are wonderful despite that. Theyre so good that Im back to buy another set of the small red ones as well as a couple sets of the larger green ones for quilting.

One thing not mentioned on the product description (that you can see in one of the close-up pictures), is that these clips also have little raised lines on the flat clip base -- these arent just for extra grip, they can actually be used to easily measure placement of clip from the edge of the fabric! Back of package tells you the measurements for each line (3/8, 1/4, and 1/2 when fully inserted); I cut that part of the cardboard packaging and store it inside the plastic case for reference. That has been really helpful when handsewing at a 1/4 seam allowance, so I can more easily judge the placement of stitches. Using the clips has been a lot nicer than lots of pins while I am handsewing with the garment in my lap -- no surprise pokes! Plus, when I reach the clip, I can just remove it and not worry about loose pins (I have been attaching the clips to my shirt when I am done with them, just to keep track of them easier). I havent used them with a sewing machine yet, and one thing to keep in mind is that they do add a bit of weight (so be aware when working with fabrics that stretch). They are great little clips!

I bought these to replace pins when sewing a costume made of fake fur. Not only were they a dream to use and a lifesaver (really keep the fabric in place), I swear they improved my seams and made everything more even. Im now wondering what other difficult fabrics they might work on. I bought the clover brand instead of a larger quantity of cheap ones because I wanted to be sure the quality was good. These clips are really nice. However, other cheaper versions may be just as good, Ive never tried them. But the clip concept overall is fantastic!

Bought this as a gift a long time ago. I figured better late than never... My mother in law is one of those master quilter types. She makes beautiful quilts and wall hangings. When I drew her name for secret santa, I hit the web and tried to find creative gifts that relate to her hobby/passion. Well, these fit the bill. She loved them. Of course, she had already been using them for however long, but she appreciated the fact that I did some research and thought into it anyhow.

Great price. Can never have enough of these little pretties

These clips can be used for any project where multiple layers need to be held together. They are great for replacing pins, binder clips, or any other method previously used. No need to worry about pins falling out when there are too many layers of fabric. No need to worry about getting stuck by pins. No need to worry about binder clips catching on fabric or your machine. No need to worry about these clips distorting your fabric the way pins often can. Also great for textiles that pins would damage such as leather, vinyl, waxed/coated fabrics. These clips are flat on the underside so they feed very evenly and nicely up to the presser foot of your machine. They are also available in a jumbo size when you are working on very thick projects, though I find these regular ones work for most. They are much easier and quicker to adjust than pins/binder clips and saving time is always a plus! Some uses: - Holding together multiple layers of quilts - Holding binding, piping, zippers, velcro, and other trims to any project (quilts, pillows, potholders, clothing, etc) - Holding together multiple layers of any type of bag (handbag, storage container, etc) - Fastening together fabric lining to a knit/crochet item (bag, skirt, etc) - Clipping / holding fabric out of the way when embroidering a large piece

I saw these being used on YouTube videos but thought my pins were working just fine. I was wrong! These are perfect for pinning the binding on my quilt, and for holding together fabric parts when sewing. In reading reviews of cheaper alternatives, several people mentioned not buying those cheap ones but to go ahead and buy these instead. Im glad I did!

Pros: You dont have to worry about pricking yourself. They grip alright (but theyll pivot a little bit if you force them sideways) Easy to use. They dont require too much force to open. There are measured markings on the bottoms. They come in a sturdy clear plastic box. Cons: You can only use them on the edge. Large pieces of cloth will still need to be secured in the middle. Straight pins can also secure the fabric along the path of the needle, as opposed to just along the very edge, which helps limit warping. You *can* sew past them, but theyll have to be right on the edge, and even then, the fabric wont lie flat against the seam allowance markings. You cant sew right up to or over them the way you can with straight pins. They snag slightly and clatter against the front edge of your machine as you guide your fabric towards the needle and feed dogs.

This is an interesting product for the sewist. I saw these clips in one of my sewing and fabric store ads but they were very expensive. Looked like something I wanted to try, so I ran to Amazon to see what the price was and it was just a fraction of the sewing store price. I do like them in place of pins, the only problem I can see is that on flimsy fabrics, they are a bit heavy when you are using a lot of them. They are great, though, when sewing on fabrics that leave pin holes. I havent used them when sewing bias tape but I think they would be really helpful for that, as well. I do recommend for your stash of sewing toys.

Tried these after seeing Nancy Zeiman use them. They really help on thick hems where pins may bend or hurt your fingers putting in the pins. I use these as much as I use pins. These are very handy and small enough to get close to the presser foot. I tried using office clips, but they were heavy and the hinge got caught on things...very troublesome when you want a clean straight seam. These work much better...please dont waste your time with cheaper methods like I did. It may cause you a bigger headache in the end. There are a lot of widgits and gizmos out there for sewing...most of which are unnecessary. I know from experience because I have tried a ton of them. This one however is a real helper for sewing.