My new quilting tool
 

This is my new favorite tool for hand quilting. I have problems getting the hidden knots to work. My finger nails are too thin and break when trying to "pop" the thread under the fabric. This is a plastic pot scrubber, it works great as a thumbnail.

It might also help in removing threads after you did some ripping. Clever idea.

And I have exactly that brown one! Great tip. Thanks.

Even though my nails are generally strong enough, I just give the thread a (usually) gentle tug and the knot pops right into the fabric/batting. Sometimes the knots need a bit more persuasion but not enough to worry about. And any distortion disappears after washing/drying.

Thanks for the tip. BrendaK

thanks for the tip!!

glad you found something that works, and is readily available

OH, you are so very clever!!!!!
I love using non quilting items for the "just the right tool" in the quilt room.

Great tip...and I have couple of those hanging around too.

For removing threads after you rip something out a pencil eraser works really well and is cheaper than the tool that cost around $8. Just rub it across the little thread pieces and the come right out...

I do, too Tiggersmom. I'll have to steal one of my Tupperware pot scrubber thingies and put it in my sewing kit. As a turning tool, I use a tool that I used in making sugar flowers. One end is round and is helpful in turning smaller tubes. The other end is a blunt point and is good for gently pushing out the corners.

Thanks for a great tip!

When I bury a knot, I wiggle the needle in the fabric to enlarge the hole a little. Then pull thread/knot through the expanded hole, it closes with the brush of my finger.

Great tip!

How clever of you. I also have repurposed tools. My favorites are magnetic mechanics parts dishes. Perfect for pins.

Clever idea! I am moving my extra one to my sewing room now.

What a great idea!