Procedure:
Step 1: Prepare the Bronze Wire
Start by cutting a piece of bronze wire about 10 cm (4 inches) long. You can easily find this wire by stripping the plastic coating off an old electrical cable. Simply remove the outer coating and pull out one of the inner wires.
Step 2: Form the Threader
Fold the bronze wire in half, creating a small loop at one end. The loop should be small enough to fit through the eye of the needle, but large enough to easily thread your sewing thread through it.
Step 3: Attach the Threader to the Clothespin
Open up the clothespin and position the folded end of the bronze wire in the center of the pin. Once in place, close the pin to hold the wire securely.
Use a drop of superglue to attach the bronze wire to the clothespin, ensuring the loop remains free and sticks out slightly from the center of the pin. Allow the glue to dry completely before proceeding.
Step 4: Thread the Needle
To thread the needle, simply insert the loop of the bronze wire through the eye of the needle. The loop should slide through easily because of the wire’s stiffness and the appropriate size.
Now, thread the sewing thread through the loop of the bronze wire. Once the thread is through, pull the clothespin back, dragging the sewing thread through the eye of the needle with ease!
Additional Tips:
Keep Your Clothespin in Good Condition: Make sure the bronze wire is securely attached to the clothespin to prevent it from coming loose during use.
Adjust the Loop Size: If the bronze wire loop is too large or too small, simply adjust it to ensure it fits your sewing needles and threads properly.
Use Glue Sparingly: Be careful not to use too much glue, as it could make it difficult to open and close the clothespin.
Conclusion:
This clever trick not only makes threading a needle much easier, but it also repurposes materials that might otherwise go to waste. Give it a try and see how much simpler your sewing projects become!
