Originally Posted by quilter64779
Yes I have sewed my finger probably 50 years ago when I worked at Gay Gibson Garmet factory. Was sewing and all of a sudden the needle went through my pointer finger and broke the needle. Had needle and thread still sticking out and they took me to doctor to remove it. Hurt like the devil but the tetanus shot was just as bad as sewing my finger. Haven't done it since, sure pray I don't
I did the exact same thing, with the same treatment about 60 years ago. Haven't done it since....needless to say, I learned a very hard lesson. I am very, very careful and use an awl now all the time.....no short cuts....:o)