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    Old 12-05-2010, 09:26 PM
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    I was recently taking a machine quilting class and the teacher introduced grabAroos. They're gloves that have little bumps on the fingers to grab fabric and guide it. Well they were only like $8 so I decided to try them. I have a difficult time with my hands due to rheumatoid arthritis, and other nerve damage issues so I don't have much feeling in the tips either.

    ANYWAY...this little guys work great. I can work a little longer because my hands stay warm, have some support without being bulky and I can guide the fabric easily w/o a lot of fatique. They're made out a material that works with the swelling or shrinkage of my hands on any given day w/o a problem.

    Pretty happy with my investment...wasn't too sure. And...they're bright purple so they make me happy :) Just thought I'd share.

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    Old 12-05-2010, 09:27 PM
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    thanks for the information, I am sure they will help all of us, we love to share tips with other quilters
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    Old 12-05-2010, 09:29 PM
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    I love mine they are wonderful!
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    Old 12-05-2010, 09:55 PM
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    Aren't they wonderful??! i have the Fon's & Porter gloves and keep mine right by my machine. Its amazing the difference they make.
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    Old 12-06-2010, 12:01 AM
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    I have some safety gloves with none slip rubber fingers works well for me and helps the arthritis too. I won't do anything without them even on the big table saw I use my gloves when cutting out the chipboard for hubby
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    Old 12-06-2010, 01:39 AM
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    Thanks. I love your avatar-that is one of our favorite movies of all time.
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    Old 12-06-2010, 09:25 AM
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    Handbell goves with the dots also work. Make sure you get the ones with the velcro on the wrists and not get them too big.
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    Old 12-06-2010, 10:20 AM
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    Sounds like I need to purchase a pair!! Thanks for sharing!
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    Old 12-06-2010, 11:25 AM
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    Thanks for sharing
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    Old 12-06-2010, 11:42 AM
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    I switched to Machingers which are very light-weight (breathable) gloves with rubberized finger tips worked in. They fit well, don't overheat the hands and give good traction too.
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