I hate thimbles
04-13-2011, 03:59 AM
#42
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These are what I use, can't stand thimbles either. I like them b/c they are reusable until the stickum wears out. They really work for me when I am doing my bindings.
These are what I use, can't stand thimbles either. I like them b/c they are reusable until the stickum wears out. They really work for me when I am doing my bindings.
04-13-2011, 03:59 AM
#43
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I find them hard to work with as I can't "feel" the needle. What I usually do is paint a couple of layers of liquid bandage on the spot on my finger where the needle hits. It really seems to help. Good Luck!
04-13-2011, 04:16 AM
#47
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I have fingers like sausages. It was a nightmare to find a thimble that fits comfortably - finally I found one but it rubbed too much along the top of my finger - so I took a pair of pliers and squeezed the thimble just a little bit, so now it is slightly oval, instead of completely round - and it is so comfortable that I could hand-quilt all day!
04-13-2011, 04:22 AM
#48
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I was told as a child if you learn to use a thimble, you won't be able to sew without one and it is true, I have one at every chair I use and one in my purse in case I need it. Can't do a thing without one. I lick my finger and stick it in the thimble and it becomes part of my hand. A lady told me once her mother put a thimble on each her fingers and she still couldn't sew with one. Too bad. My middle finger is too tender to sew without one and I do a lot of sewing and embroidery. When I see small ones, I buy several, I use the smallest one there is.
Carol J.
Carol J.
04-13-2011, 04:26 AM
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I can't quilt without one. I have a Roxanne knock-off and I even forget I have it on. I will find it on my finger while I have started doing something else. At least we haven't found it in dinner yet. I had one a long time ago that would turn my finger green. Yuck!
04-13-2011, 04:30 AM
#50
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Ive been quilting for over 30 yrs and have never been able to get used to using a thimble. I use the small metal dot that sticks to your finger and I LOVE IT. I think its called "under-thimble" and is meant to be used on the finger thats under the quilt... you might try that, it is very comfy and stays stuck until you peel it off.
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