PinPerfect Emery Sand is an 8 oz DIY abrasive filling designed for sewing pincushions. This loose Emery Sand, also known as Turkish Emery, Emery Powder, Emery Mineral, or Grain, is a highly abrasive, hard rock mixed with other minerals. When used as a filling, it transforms your pincushion into an effective tool for cleaning and sharpening needles. The tiny, colorful strawberry and tomato-shaped pincushions commonly found in stores contain this emery grain inside, serving an important function beyond their cute appearance. Each use of a needle or pin in the emery-filled pincushion cleans impurities from the needle and sharpens its tip, making sewing quicker and easier. The product arrives well-packaged in a durable Ziploc bag within outer wrapping, clearly labeled with usage advice. With 8 oz of abrasive emery, you can fill multiple pincushions, ensuring your needles stay sharp and your sewing experience is efficient.