I too am thimble challenged, ( and likewise with embroidery hoop unless it is absolutely neccessary to hold firm what I am working on) I use stick on little finger pads called 'Thimble It'. just stick one to pad of working finger, can be re-used (quess depends on how much work). I got them from Craft Mailbox here in Oz. 64 to a pack, they weren't too expensive. On pack it has Sailor Corp. of America, Fayetteville. GA 30214, so come from your side of the world. I also use the plaster (band-aid here) idea which is really the easiest, get cheapies at discount store.