I use silver thimbles made by T J Lane. She makes them to fit your finger. It was wonderful buying one that actually fits. Several years ago she had a booth at the Road to California show and I was able to try several. My treat to myself was going to her booth and picking out a new thimble and haven't been able to find her the past few years. According to the website she is going to be there again this year so I am really looking forward to checking out the new stock