Thimble problems
#12
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Join Date: Jul 2008
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I cut tiny strips of leftover batting and wrap it around my finger. My favorite thimble was given to me by my husband and though it is a bit too big, it works for me with the little cushion inside.
#15
I have a Clover. It has an open end and is adjustable. Well, actually, I probably have 4 or 5 of them. I really like them because they have a lip and if my finger swells, I can make them a little bigger or not. If my nails get a little long it won't bother the thimble since the end is open. I've seen them recently in the catalogs for about $10 or $11 but I wouldn't be without it.
#16
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Join Date: Aug 2009
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I use the clover leather coin thimble I buy them on e-bay for about $5 much cheaper then any store. There are 2 seller that have about 10 each. One is selling them for $6.25 with free shipping the other is $4 and with shipping it is about $6 I know they are about $12 at Hancock fabric.
#17
thanks i'll have to check out the clover thimbles also. the pads are wonderful but....don't want to keep buying them if i can find something that fits-i like the idea of the adjustable one. thank you so much ladies for all your ideas and input
#18
hmm...I will have to check for the 'dots'.
I wrap a bandaid around my finger and go to town. I have NEVER been able to wear a thimble.
grrr. Just found them. joann's sells them, wish I would have read this thread before going up there this afternoon. That will teach me to leave without checking the forum. :roll:
I wrap a bandaid around my finger and go to town. I have NEVER been able to wear a thimble.
grrr. Just found them. joann's sells them, wish I would have read this thread before going up there this afternoon. That will teach me to leave without checking the forum. :roll:
#20
i also use them they are called thimble pads i buy mine at joanns, i couldnt find a thimble to fit as i have arthritis in my hands and fingers almost gave up hand quilting until i found them ,i wrap a bandaid around them also ,they are great.
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