Can You Use the Hole for Something Else?
Actually, yes. Though it was not intended for this purpose, some enterprising people use the hole to attach safety pins to other objects — by putting a ribbon through it or weaving a thin piece of wire around it and tacking the pin into something to prevent it from slipping. It’s not its intended use, but hey, it’s a little bonus feature if you’re feeling resourceful.
It is also useful for exact placement in sewing or embroidery. (For stitching projects, some people loop thread through the hole to help anchor the pin better.) Not the original plan, but we love a good multitasker.
