Diane, do you still post to your blog? I tried to go but it wouldn't work for me.

I love the leather ones.

It must be a newby thing cause I can't get use to them. So I did with out & built up sexy calluses :-)

Gaigai, for shame! You are sounding too much like the QP here! ;)

It may not be correct but I use a thimble on my index finger. I know it is not supposed to be that way but it is what works for me! I take it off and slip it back on as I start every needle full of quilting stitches. I only use a thimble sporadically and only when hand quilting. I don't use a thimble when hand sewing on bindings or applique. I have one for my thumb too! Both of my thimbles are TJ Lane thimbles which are the same as Roxanne thimbles. Same shocking price tag too!

I hate thimbles as well, but have found a leather one that covers my finger works well. Never could find a metal one that fit properly.. And the plastic or whatever material makes my fingers sweat.. Ugh, the things us quilter's endure...lol

I like the leather ones.

No QP here, I just figured since I initially made that mistake and had to be corrected (by the person who taught me how to hand quilt) that I might not be the only person. But one question: If you wear a thimble on your index finger, how do you grab the needle to pull it through? 'Cause I can't see how to do it. Just asking.

I like thimbles and sometimes use them when doing hand applique and hand quilting.

The thimble from Connecting Threads is the best alternative for me. It's comfortable, adjustable, and not cumbersome/bothersome.

Here's the link to the thimble I normally use (if needed):
http://www.connectingthreads.com/Ope...eThimbles.html

I patch mine with a piece of a worn out thimble. Makes them last longer.:)

I got a black rubbery one at Sew Expo a couple of years ago. It's the only one that I like. I like the idea of using one of the beautiful silver ones like my grandma and mom used. But they don't fit right, my finger sweats and I have one of those handwriting bumps on my finger and so the thimble hurts.