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    Old 12-24-2011, 05:43 AM
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    I've begun a rather large hand quilting project and find my index finger gets sore quickly from pulling the needle through the quilt. I'm not using a thimble yet to push the needle as I haven't found one that fits right. However, at guild meeting yesterday a friend recommended Finger Cots....little latex things that roll down over your finger and wow, do they ever help get a grip on the needle!! Found them at Walgreen's in the bandaid/bandage department but they're probably available at any drug store.
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    Old 12-24-2011, 05:52 AM
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    Did not know these were for sale. Finger condoms/bandages/whatever. Oh the jokes that will be made with these!
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    Old 12-24-2011, 05:54 AM
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    Thanks for the tip I will have to get them.
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    Old 12-24-2011, 05:57 AM
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    Originally Posted by TanyaL
    Did not know these were for sale. Finger condoms/bandages/whatever. Oh the jokes that will be made with these!
    Oh yes....my husband was rolling on the floor laughing when he saw them!
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    Old 12-24-2011, 06:31 AM
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    I buy a box of vinyl exam gloves and cut off the fingertips. I, too, do not use a thimble and find these very helpful with the grip on the needle.
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    Old 12-24-2011, 06:41 AM
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    Great idea, I can't use a thimble, maybe these will help
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    Old 12-24-2011, 06:43 AM
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    Finger condoms! I love it! I think I'll go into the drugstore and ask for them that way.
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    Everyone MUST practice safe sewing!
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    Oh my....all of these comments are hilarious! Thanks for this superb tip.
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    Old 12-24-2011, 07:00 AM
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    Just repackage these for a gift to a friend who you want to send a gag gift to. For someone with a little problem. I've got to get some of these just to give away!
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