Since they are foam, will using pins for blocking crochet pieces harm the squares? Can they be used numerous times for blocking?
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No the pins will not harm this product. It is thick enough to be used over and over again. I used the tall "T" shaped blocking pins on mine. Happy crocheting!
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They do get holes in them, but so far I have only used 4 out of the 8 and have blocked at least 30 items (mostly doilies) with those 4 and they have plenty of uses left. They are not even close to being 'harmed' enough to compromise the mats. I do use sewing pins or map pins on them and not the fatter "T" pins, but I doubt they would hurt the mats either. The undersides of the mats could also be used if needed as I seldom push the pins through. I figure these will last a very long time.
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I haven't seen any problems yet. I think I will be able to use these hundreds of time. I use the non- rusting T-pins. This has been working out fantastically.
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A few hundred times, I would guess. It is not "self-healing," though. They are the same squares that are sold as "blockers" for much more money. They've worked well for me.
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Using pins leaves small holes just like it does with any foam blocking mats. They should be able to be used many, many times before needing replaced. I've used mine quite a bit and I don't really notice where the hole from previous uses are.
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I've been using mine for awhile now. While there are pinholes, they are fine.
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Hello, SueBee. I have no idea what "wet blocking crochet projects are" so I asked my wife....and she didn't know either. She's into quilting and not crochet. So, what I did was this; I took 2 of the darker colored "tiles" and brought them upstairs to the kitchen. There I wet a white paper towel and scrubbed them both (pink and purple) and absolutely NO color came off into the towel. Assuming that your crochet work doesn't involve solvents, heat or much friction, I would think that they would be absolutely safe for your projects. I hope this is helpful. All the best. Alan in MA Hello, SueBee. I have no idea what "wet blocking crochet projects are" so I asked my wife....and she didn't know either. She's into quilting and not crochet. So, what I did was this; I took 2 of the darker colored "tiles" and brought them upstairs to the kitchen. There I wet a white paper towel and scrubbed them both (pink and purple) and absolutely NO color came off into the towel. Assuming that your crochet work doesn't involve solvents, heat or much friction, I would think that they would be absolutely safe for your projects. I hope this is helpful. All the best. Alan... » Read More Hello, SueBee. I have no idea what "wet blocking crochet projects are" so I asked my wife....and she didn't know either. She's into quilting and not crochet. So, what I did was this; I took 2 of the darker colored "tiles" and brought them upstairs to the kitchen. There I wet a white paper towel and scrubbed them both (pink and purple) and absolutely NO color came off into the towel. Assuming that your crochet work doesn't involve solvents, heat or much friction, I would think that they would be absolutely safe for your projects. I hope this is helpful. All the best. Alan in MA « Show Less
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I think they will be strong enough. I am using ceramic pieces glued to some of them and they are holding strong. I mostly am crocheting little miniature hats and dresses for them, but having no trouble with the heavier ceramic pieces. They are holding stronger than any magnets I have ever used. Hope this helps.
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I can't say for sure since I have never used a beading loom, but the hole is quite large and beads not easily breakable, so I would guess you could. Great colors!
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I made several things on mine and it didn't break, but then I didn't try to take it apart either. I'm fairly new to the rainbow loom, but from what I've seen so far some patterns call for the center row of pins to be offset from the two outside rows, and some patterns call for them all to be parallel to each other. My guess is that this loom broke when people tried to take the center row off to move it up so the rows were all even.
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You're issue is going to be the length of the string for securing the corners. I suspect, is you are able to supply your own cord for securing the corner pieces, it should work. But the string that comes with the set is not going to be long enough. That said, if you use a lightweight back and light weight Plexiglas for the covering, I would think it would be ok.
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I'd be afraid the squares would burst once they started to melt. Seal the sheet inside a big zip-lock bag, and if they did pop, at least it wouldn't make a mess. These do seem to hold the fluid better than the Cryopaks I was buying, but sitting on them? I don't know.
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When you start doing more intricate designs it's impossible to use pinned blades anymore. Pinless allows for much smaller predrilled holes and much more detailed pieces. The blades are thinner and much easier to work with.
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Cut your own size to use as stabilizer. Cheaper to use than precut squares.
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Sorry I didn't read your question thoroughly. Yes you can use it for any pins you need to drift out.
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I used mine to hang jewelry on and I could push the pins all the way in. However, they may have come out the back but I wasn't moving them so I didn't care.
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As best as I can tell, no, the foam is mounted into the back of the case. You probably COULD remove it once, but I don't know that you could get it back in place successfully. I mount my pins directly into the foam, in the case.
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I also use these for blocking. For More info and demos search "blocking knitting" on YouTube. Also, check out the Knitting Paradise Forum...everything you ever wanted to know!
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This case would work for pins. I've very happy with the cases; I have rings and pins in mine and they look very nice. The cases are much better quality than I expected for the price.
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Since the board is metal, the pins cannot pierce the board. They fit snugly in the holes.
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We have not tested the fun foam for this use. Fun foam is not as stiff as cardstock and it is thicker. It is a craft foam and we do not see any reason why you could not use it.
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I'm sorry, I don't really know. I bought these to use for Zentangles. Since they are fairly thick I think it would be worth your while to try them out b/c they are so inexpensive.