The 7 Best Pin Cushions for Easier Sewing

Best Overall

Dritz 4" Large Tomato Pin Cushion

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This adorable sewing accessory’s 4-inch diameter is ideal for holding longer pins and hand needles. It also allows you to store more pins—up to 200 according to one customer. Another user says the size also makes it easy to accommodate for multiple sizes of ballpoint, universal, double and specialty needles. Keep in mind, however, that some users found the large size unnecessary and difficult to store. 

We love that while the cushion’s polyester fiberfill stuffing ensures the pins stay in place, you can easily pull them out when needed. The stuffing also helps weigh the cushion down, so you don’t have to worry about it rolling around your sewing station. Attached to the tomato is a strawberry-shaped emery, which you can use to clean and sharpen your pins and needles.

_{Dimensions: ‎4 x 2.5 inches | Material: Not listed}

Best Wrist

Delaman Pin Cushion

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Deemed by one customer as “The best pin cushion I’ve ever owned,” Delman’s wearable sewing accessory is simple but effective. Thanks to an adjustable elastic band, you can wear the cushion on your wrist for easier access to pins. This is perfect for sewers who travel with their equipment, bounce between projects, or simply don’t have room at their station. 

When wearing it, however, stick to standard pins and needles. Because the cushion is only 1.3 inches high, you run the risk of poking yourself with longer models. But if you want to work with longer pins and needles or just give your wrist a break, the cushion’s flat surface ensures it won't roll off the table.

_{Dimensions: ‎3.9 x 1.3 inches | Material: Cloth}

Best Magnetic

Grabbit Magnetic Sewing Pincushion

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It’s no surprise that Grabit’s magnetic pin cushion has a cult following, with over 4,000 5-star reviews. The sewing accessory holds pins and needles in place with a magnet that’s so powerful, it can easily sweep up pins from a short distance and align them into an organized pile. This, along with the cushion’s shallow bowl, makes it easy to grab and sew. Plus, the cushion’s nearly 5-inch length allows you to store longer pins and needles. 

Take note: Grabbit's magnetic pin cushion does move easily, and customers who dropped it said the magnet didn’t work as well after. To prevent this, consider adding gripper to the bottom of your dish.

_{Dimensions: ‎4.35 x 4.9 x 1.75 inches | Material: Plastic}

Best Magnetic Wrist

Sew Your Way Magnetic Wrist Sewing Pin Cushion

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Sew Your Way’s magnetic wrist pin cushion is a true work of genius, combining the most accessible elements of other sewing accessories on the market. The magnet is strong enough to keep pins in place while you move your arm about—or even bump it into a table. Meanwhile, the cushion’s silicone strap minimizes slippage and prevents sweat buildup, keeping you comfortable as you work. 

The strap is available in two sizes: 9 inches and 12 inches. The size of the actual cushion isn’t particularly large, so this may not be the best purchase for sewers who regularly work with long needles and pins.

_{Dimensions: ‎1 x 2-inch cushion; 9- or 12-inch strap | Material: Silicone strap}

Best Finger

Teensery 3 Pcs Pin Cushion Rings

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Teensery’s cushion ring puts the pins and needles right at your fingertips, making it even easier to bounce between projects. Resting on a bronze ring, the cotton polyester cushion is sturdy enough to keep pins in place, but not so heavy that it weighs down your hand as you work. 

Though the cushion is smaller than others, it can still hold plenty of standard sized pins. Additionally, since you get three rings in a set, you can easily wear another ring (or two) to maximize pin storage.

_{Dimensions: ‎1.7 x 1.4 inches | Material: Polyester filling}

Best Jar

eZAKKA Sewing Pins with Needle Cushion Holder

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If you want to store your pins when they’re not in use or just keep more on hand, eZAKKA’s jar pin cushion is the perfect solution. The cushion top is made from a fully padded cotton-polyester blend, so it can securely hold pins and needles in place. Meanwhile, the bottle base can easily store 200 standard sized pins—and even more if they’re smaller. It can’t, however, hold longer pins and needles, which is something you may want to consider. 

The jar’s small size makes it easy to fit at any sewing station. To prevent it from slipping and sliding, consider adding some small grips to the bottom.

_{Dimensions: ‎3.78 x 3.74 x 3.62 inches | Material: Cotton exterior; polyester filling; glass jar}