How did you learn to use a thimble?

Reply Subscribe

Page 7 of 7

« First

Thread Tools

07-24-2013, 04:42 AM

#61

teddysmom

Senior Member

Join Date: May 2010

Location: Stanley NC

Posts: 981

Have bought many different thimbles thinking I would find one that I could use. Unfortunately, thimbles just seem to get in my way! So, no thimble for me!

07-24-2013, 06:05 AM

#62

franc36

Super Member

Join Date: Dec 2010

Location: Tennessee

Posts: 1,501

We were required to use a metal thimble in Home Ec. class 60 years ago. When I sew without a thimble, I end up regretting it. For me, sewing is so much more comfortable with a thimble.

07-24-2013, 08:43 AM

#63

SusanSusan33

Senior Member

Join Date: Apr 2013

Location: SW Florida

Posts: 739

Quote:

Originally Posted by conniemaried

Thanks for all the info. I need to learn to use a thimble. I have probably bought 20 but can't get one that feels comfortable. Just now ordered the Clover one. I don't have anyone to show me how to use it. Are you supposed to use the end of your finger, or the side? I would really appreciate an answer. Thanks in advance.

Ditto!! I have no idea how to use it successfully. Do you wear it on your dominant hand or non-dominant hand?

I don't do much hand quilting lately, but never know how to actually use a thimble. I do have one- a silicone one I think... Can anyone help us thimble newbies out??