Keep your needle handy when you’re sewing, cross stitching and embroidering with DIY Needle Minder Magnets!

This easy craft project is SO quick and easy to make!

Needle minder on a cross stich pumpkin.
A small black button with the words Pin It.

Needle Minder Magnets

Did you know it’s actually ridiculously easy to make your own needle minders?

Whether you’re a Sewer, Quilter, Cross Stitcher, or Embroiderer… these Needle Minder Magnets are such a game changer!

Seriously, once I started using them, I couldn’t believe I had ever lived without them!

So what exactly is a needle minder?

Well, it’s just a simple way to keep your needle handy while you work!

Thanks to super strong magnets, you can transform old buttons, pretty enamel pins, or even necklace charms into lovely little needle keepers!

No more lost or dropped needles, and no need to hold them in your mouth anymore! 🙂 You know what I’m talking about.

So what are you waiting for?

It only takes a few minutes to make your very own needle minder magnets!

Here’s what you’ll need to make yours…

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Cross stich pumpkin with a needle on a button.

What is a Needle Minder used for?

If you love any type of sewing craft, you will really love your needle minder!

Needle minders are perfect for the following types of crafts and projects…

  • Cross Stitch
  • Hand Embroidery
  • Hemming
  • Sewing
  • Quilting

Can You Turn an Enamel Pin into a Needle Minder?

Yes, you sure can!

Enamel pins are such a fun and flashy way to keep your needles in place when sewing!

Simply snip off the sharp point of the pin and follow the easy step-by-step instructions below…

Needle sitting on a button.

What Kind of Magnets are Used for Needle Minders?

For the best needle minder magnet strength you’ll want to use neodymium magnets.

Not only are they extraordinarily strong and slim, but they have a nice smooth and slick finish and aren’t prone to leaving a residue like other magnets can.

Package of magnets next to buttons and E6000 glue.

Magnetic Needle Minder DIY – Supplies Needed

Here’s what you’ll need to round up…

  • Button, Enamel Pin, or Lightweight Necklace Charm
  • 2 Small Neodymium Magnets
  • E6000 Glue

How to Make a Needle Minder:

You won’t believe how easy needle minders are to make!

No need to buy an expensive one, when you can make your own!

Tube of E6000 glue with a button.

Here’s what you’ll do…

1. If using a charm or a pin, you’ll want to snip off anything extra like the sharp back of your pin or holder ring of your necklace charm using strong hand snips (designed to cut through metal).

2. Then, take one Neodymium magnet and glue it to the back of your button, pin, or necklace charm using E6000 glue.

3. Allow it to dry completely overnight.

4. The next day, test your magnet to make sure it’s securely affixed.

Small magnets on the back of buttons.

5. If it needs more glue, you can add it now.

6. Or if it feels secure, then you can begin using your needle minder!

See… I told you this was EASY!

Cross stich of a red truck with a Christmas tree in the back.

How to Use Needle Minder

Place your needle minder on top of your fabric, and place a second magnet below it on the back side of the fabric.

The magnets will connect together to hold your needle minder in place while you work.

Then, whenever you need to take a break to swap out threads, or pause your project, simply store your needle on top of your magnetic needle minder.

You’ll never lose your needle again! Woohoo!

How nice is that?!?

Needle minder on a cross stich pumpkin.

More Easy Crafts

So are you in the mood for even more fun craft, fabric and sewing projects?

I know you’ll love these fun ideas…

How to Make a Fleece Scarf with Fringes

When you know how to make a fleece scarf, you can afford as many scarves as you want!

Leopard print fleece scarf in front of a door.

How to Make Photo Coasters

These easy DIY Photo Coasters start with a simple tile, and transform into sweet keepsakes that make great thrifty gifts!

Black and white photo coasters tied with a ribbon.

Clipboard Crafts (DIY Decorating Clipboards Ideas)

You’ll love learning How to Make Customized Decorative Clipboards with these easy DIY decorating ideas for clipboards!

Pink polka dots on a clipboard with pink ribbons.

Homemade Soy Candles

Have you been thinking about making your own candles?  I’ve got to tell you… Homemade Soy Candles are so easy to make!

Jar candle with holiday decorations next to a candy cane.

Fun Crafts To Do that Anyone Can Enjoy! )huge list)

Feeling crafty??  It’s time to get your Craft on and get inspired to do some fun crafts!

Paint brush and scissors in a jar with a stack of ribbons.

So have you made your own Needle Minder Magnets yet?

Leave a comment and share…

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22 Comments

  1. CoCo says:

    This is so cool, Heidi, and would make a fabulous gift idea too! I’ve never used one before but I totally should. I know they would be so helpful! Hugs, CoCo

    Reply
    1. Heidi says:

      Yes… you will love using them, CoCo! And you’re right – they really do make the cutest little gifts, too!

      Reply