Straight Pins

Straight Pins for Silk, Dressmaking, and Sewing.

When working with fine fabrics, you need fine straight pins to match. These simple metal pins feature sharp points and small metal heads and are staples among tailors and dressmakers for their versatility. Because they have a low profile and no plastic parts, they can also be safely ironed over. Choose from several styles of straight pins, including silk pins and dressmaker pins. Silk pins are very thin to avoid leaving behind holes in delicate fabrics, and dressmaker pins are a bit longer for pinning through layers of material. Or, choose from straight pins of various lengths and thicknesses to find the perfect versatile sewing pin for all your basting needs. Shop all straight pins here to find the ideal sewing pin for projects of all shapes and sizes.

Frequently Asked Questions About Straight Pins

What are straight pins?

Straight pins are basic metal sewing pins with sharp points and flat metal heads. They're often used for dressmaking, tailoring, and pinning delicate fabrics like silk.

What are the characteristics of dressmaker pins?

Dressmaker pins are made entirely of metal with a small, flat head and a fine, sharp point. They also tend to be longer than other styles of pins to slide through multiple layers of fabric. Dressmaker pins can be ironed safely, as they don't contain any plastic parts that an iron could melt.