1) Cushion 2) It often gets needled 3) Sewing equipment 4) Sewing-kit accessory 5) Sewing-kit item 
A pincushion (or pin cushion) is a small cushion, typically 3–5 cm across, which is used in sewing to store pins or needles with their heads protruding so as to take hold of them easily, collect them, and keep them organized. Pincushions are typically filled tightly with stuffing, so as to hold pins rigidly once placed. Magnetic pin cushions are...
• (n.) A small cushion, in which pins may be stuck for use.
Pin'cush`ion noun A small cushion, in which pins may be stuck for use. 
[n] - a small stiff cushion into which pins are stuck ready for use
noun a small stiff cushion into which pins are stuck ready for use
Corrects the curve at the vertical edges of a monitors display.