Good idea. For medium to large threads, I use the long yellow-headed quilting pins as temporary markers. The yellow tops glare at me until I remove them. I can see the value of insect pins with painted heads for temporary pins in fine-threaded laces. Thanks for the idea. Alice in Oregon
----- Original Message ---- From: Clay Blackwell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > That is a helpful suggestion!! I actually use insect pins for supporter pins, and have dabbed a bit of red nail polish on the heads... this way, I don't forget and leave them in the work for a long time!! Clay - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]