Need ideas!! How can I start quilting in this condition
07-25-2010, 09:50 PM
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Oh gosh, what a bummer. Well, guess once you heal up, you will just have to get up or go to bed one hour either way to work on it. You will get better, there won't be nerve damage, you will get it done, just keep repeating to yourself.
07-25-2010, 11:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Threadedneedle
This is one of those things that proves Mom knew what she was talking about. And look into a Swing-a-Way can opener. Best at opening any type of can, IMHO. And green energy wise.
07-26-2010, 03:44 AM
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My friend who is a candle carver did something similar right in the middle of a big order. Had to let somebody else finish it for her as it was her thumb. Has healed nicely and she's back at it again now...more carefully! So hang in there and let it rest. Thoughts and prayers your way!
07-26-2010, 03:49 AM
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Thank you all so much. I'm keeping the splint on and I'm trying not to hit it on anything. My index finger is fine so I may try quilting with that. I have seen others quilt with their thumbs....it's an idea I may try too.
It's only 10 days, not 10 weeks. I just keep trying to tell myself that.
It's only 10 days, not 10 weeks. I just keep trying to tell myself that.
07-26-2010, 03:58 AM
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starting quilting with another finger. Alex Anderson quilts with her thumb, I personally have not tried it yet, and I have heard that it is better on the hands. She maybe have a video out there somewhere. Just a thought. Sorry to hear about your can opener accident.
07-26-2010, 04:02 AM
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Originally Posted by crafter005
Oh how horrible. I feel your pain.
Bad, bad can opener! (Probably a very poor attempt at humor but I can't think of anything better at this point.) It better be in the trash at this point. Do not keep it. It might happen again. I am so glad to hear that the muscle was not involved. You are very lucky.
Several others have given good ideas about the can opener to buy. The idea of threading needles is a very good idea and something that you can do even if you need to do it very slowly with your non-dominant hand. At least you will still be working on the quilt.
I agree that you should try to enlist others you trust to help. I can't imagine someone not sympathic in your situation. Bribe if necessary (cookies, cakes, coffee...you get the idea). Just remember, someday others that help you may need your help as well.
Worst case scenario: DH will understand.
Best of luck and hoping for a quick recovery for you.
Bad, bad can opener! (Probably a very poor attempt at humor but I can't think of anything better at this point.) It better be in the trash at this point. Do not keep it. It might happen again. I am so glad to hear that the muscle was not involved. You are very lucky.
Several others have given good ideas about the can opener to buy. The idea of threading needles is a very good idea and something that you can do even if you need to do it very slowly with your non-dominant hand. At least you will still be working on the quilt.
I agree that you should try to enlist others you trust to help. I can't imagine someone not sympathic in your situation. Bribe if necessary (cookies, cakes, coffee...you get the idea). Just remember, someday others that help you may need your help as well.
Worst case scenario: DH will understand.
Best of luck and hoping for a quick recovery for you.
07-26-2010, 04:57 AM
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What if you held the quilting needle between your thumb and first finger? With many an Aunt Becky or spoon underneath to help keep the stitches small? It would be slow but you wouldn't have to bend your quiltin' finger. I'm so sorry this happened to you!
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