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08-31-2010, 08:26 AM

#81

azdesertrat

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Quote:

Originally Posted by cjomomma

I can't use a thimble due to long fingernails.

they make thimbles for people with long nails,ito open on the end so it lsips over the nail

08-31-2010, 09:31 AM

#82

Bobbin along

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Originally Posted by BRenea

I never could use a thimble...even the little adhesive leather or rubber pads feel weird. I do have some Clover brand leather thimbles that slip on like a ring...I love those!!!

I just discovered those, also, and think they are wonderful! I thought I was the only person in the world who used the side of my finger to push the needle! They are Clover, I think.

08-31-2010, 09:35 AM

#83

Jeanniejo

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I use an open ended thimble so my nail goes past the thimble, not in it. Love it !!! I have worn out 2 of them and am on my 3rd.

08-31-2010, 10:10 AM

#84

cbuchanan

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I use the rubber ones and absolutely love them. Can't imagine pushing a needle through the binding fabrics without one. I've gotten so used to them, I use a thimble when I sew on a button.

08-31-2010, 10:30 AM

#85

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I have tried just about everything and still can not use a thimble. I will keep trying but as long as I get the desired finish I can suffer through.

08-31-2010, 11:04 AM

#86

thelondonzoo

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Originally Posted by freezeframe03

I just cannot come to terms with using a thimble. I only have one end of my binding sewn and am already well on my way to a sore finger! Anyone else have this problem and what do you use to keep the needle eye from poking at you?

I can't use them either! For some reason they drive me crazy. Maybe it's a sensory thing. lol :roll:

08-31-2010, 11:05 AM

#87

dforesee

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I use a leather thimble with a metal spot; a bit pricey but well worth it; works great! I get them at JoAnn's with the 40% off coupons.

08-31-2010, 12:21 PM

#88

carolyne2421

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i use a bandaid with the pad at the sore spot,,sometimes the needle goes thru but it does help in the long run

08-31-2010, 12:30 PM

#89

Bluphrog

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I have the same problem. I found these, which are called "Nimble Thimble" and they have a slit that your fingernail goes through. I have a tendency to push with the side of my middle finger, and this one comes down to the first knuckle and protects the side of my finger. As with most things, the small is too tight and the medium is not tight enough, but I found that if I put a finger cot on first, the thimble fits good.

http://www.clotilde.com/detail.html?...348&cat_id=143

Quote:

Originally Posted by cjomomma

I can't use a thimble due to long fingernails.

08-31-2010, 01:03 PM

#90

bjnicholson

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Quote:

Originally Posted by tooMuchFabric

Here is a link for some open ended, tubular metal thimbles
http://www.stanssewingsupplies.com/c...prodid=4954596

and leather and metal ones, very pretty
http://www.cottonpatch.co.uk/acatalog/thimbles.html

too Much, I went to stanssewing and found how to measure a thimble and I'm sossss confuuuuused. They show it on a thumb. Is that how to use a thimble? I thought it was for the middle or ring finger???