"Quilting Gloves"-Are they worth it??
#91
Originally Posted by QuiltingKrazy
I feel lost if I forget to put them on when FMQ! I did cut the thumb and fore finger tip off so I could do things without taking the gloves off each time.
#93
I found a pair of gloves at Harbor Freight that have a rubber surface on the palm and fingers. The gloves are cotton. I think they were about $2. I haven't used them yet but plan on using them this week to quilt a wall-hanging.
#96
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Join Date: Feb 2011
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Thanks for this post. I just picked up a pair because the shop where I bought my sewing machine recomend that I get a pair for free motion quilting. With all the good hints, I know I did good. Thanks again.
#97
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Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Southeast Michigan
Posts: 339
I have the gloves,bought from Daystyle designs, and they do help in guiding the fabric. For less money you could buy new garden gloves with the rubberized fingers. Just make sure they aren't too big & sloppy.
#98
Originally Posted by BuzzinBumble
Originally Posted by kellen46
I get mine in the garden supply department. They are spandex with latex palms and fingers. They fit really tight, unlike the machingers which I did not like at all. I pay a couple of dollars a pair. I find the latex palms and fingers really grip the fabric. I just finished stitch in the ditch on ten quilts and the tight fit of the glove really helped with keeping my hands from aching too much.
Would you believe I have six more tops in a box with backs and batting waiting to be basted. I will take a break though and finish the ten before starting them. One is a king size so it will be a big project.
#100
I LOVE my machingers. They are the best gloves I've ever used. And I've used them all. They're lightweight and not bulky. They really help. I got one pair and loved them so much I bought another pair just in case. They were $10. I've seen them on sale at different online stores.
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