Thanks. I think I had the right idea with the shift knob but it just didn't work out. I had to superglue the actual painted part back on so I don't think it's coming off again. It's just a temporary fix though. Better than chipped chrome and worse than the hurst sts I'll be getting when I have the money.
Hurst Short Throw Shifter 05+ Cobalt SS - 05-07 Chevrolet Cobalt SS Supercharged Drivetrain Parts, Clutches, Axles, Short