So THAT’S what that tiny hole in a safety pin is for — why didn’t I know this sooner?! 🤯
You’ve probably used a safety pin hundreds of times — fixing a button, holding a torn shirt together, or even making DIY crafts. But have you ever noticed that tiny hole near the clasp and wondered what it actually does?
Most of us thought it was just part of the design… but nope! That little hole has a brilliant purpose that makes the safety pin work safely and smoothly.
Here’s the secret 👇
That small hole is designed to release pressure and keep the pin securely locked when it’s closed. When the pin’s point slides into the clasp, the tension pushes through that hole — preventing it from snapping open or pricking you. In simple terms, it’s a tiny safety feature built into the pin’s structure!
But that’s not all — tailors and crafters often use the hole for an extra trick:
🧵 You can pass a thread through it to guide fabric or elastic through tight spaces.
📍 It also helps hold the pin steady when attaching small decorations like beads or charms.
So next time you grab a safety pin, take a closer look — that little hole isn’t just decoration. It’s what makes the “safety” in safety pin really work!
Who knew something so tiny could be so clever? 😯
