Octopus Needle Minder: How to Use It on Your Canvas
By August Design Works | Published: 2026-10-19
Category: Tips & Care
Learn how to use a magnetic octopus needle minder to secure your needle while stitching, with step-by-step instructions and common mistakes to avoid.
Quick Answer
Place the magnetic octopus needle minder on the back of your canvas and let the front magnet hold your needle securely while you pause stitching.
Why Use a Needle Minder?
A needle minder keeps your needle from rolling off your lap or getting lost in your project bag. The magnetic design holds the needle in place without damaging your canvas or thread.
The Octopus Needle Minder from August Design Works adds a playful pop of color to your stitching setup. Its 1” x 1.25” size is compact enough to stay out of the way but large enough to hold a standard tapestry needle.
How to Use Your Octopus Needle Minder
- Attach the magnet pair: Separate the two magnets. Place one on the back of your canvas and the other on the front, aligned with each other. The canvas should be sandwiched between them. Make sure the magnets are aligned so they hold firmly. A common mistake is placing them off-center, which reduces grip.
- Position the minder on your canvas: Slide the front magnet to a spot that is out of the way of your current stitching area. A corner or edge works well. The back magnet will stay in place behind the canvas. Avoid placing the minder over stitches you have already made, as the magnet can pull on the thread.
- Secure your needle: When you stop stitching, simply stick your needle onto the front magnet. The magnetic force will hold it in place until you are ready to continue. Do not leave the needle on the minder for extended storage; remove it when you finish a session to avoid magnetizing the needle.
Product Facts
- Octopus Needle Minder (Wholesale): Size: 1” x 1.25”. Features our best-selling Octopus canvas reimagined as a needle minder. The compact size fits easily on most needlepoint canvases without obstructing your stitching area.
Octopus Needle Minder (Wholesale)
