Clothespins
Attaching clothespins to sensitive areas for pressure and release sensations. Short Explanation: "Receiving" means you have clothespins attached; "Giving" means you apply them to your partner.
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Clothespins offer accessible, versatile sensation play through pinching pressure. These household items create pain that intensifies over time and spikes upon removal, making them excellent tools for building scenes. Their availability and adjustability make them popular among beginners and experienced players alike.
Understanding Clothespin Sensations
Clothespins work by restricting blood flow and compressing nerves. Initial application stings, then sensation shifts to throbbing pressure as tissue adapts. Duration intensifies experience—longer wear means more intense removal. The "zipper" technique, connecting multiple pins with string for rapid removal, creates dramatic sensation peaks.
Placement and Safety
Safe areas include nipples, labia, scrotum, inner thighs, stomach, and fleshy areas with good circulation. Avoid areas with poor circulation, near eyes, or over major blood vessels. Limit duration—most recommend under 20 minutes to prevent tissue damage. Never leave pins on longer than sensation warrants, and always check skin color for circulation issues.
Types and Modifications
Standard wooden clothespins offer moderate pressure. Plastic varieties may grip tighter. Modify intensity by padding tips with rubber bands, adjusting spring tension, or using purpose-made clamps. Japanese clover clamps tighten when pulled, creating different dynamics than static pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does removal hurt more than application?
Blood rushing back to compressed tissue causes intense sensation. This is normal and expected—factor removal pain into scene planning.
How many clothespins are too many?
Depends on individual tolerance and experience. Start with 2-4 and increase in future sessions. More pins mean more removal sensations to manage.
Can clothespins cause permanent damage?
With reasonable duration (under 20 minutes) and attention to circulation, permanent damage is unlikely. Extended use restricting blood flow too long can cause tissue damage.
What about nipple sensitivity and clothespins?
Some find increased sensitivity temporarily after play, others experience decreased sensitivity. Permanent changes are rare with responsible use. Take breaks between sessions to allow recovery.
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