Lynnette

[Lynnette]

What is the best way to protect my fingers when hand quilting? - I can't seem to sew with thimbles on - I've even tried duct tape(gets sticky).

[Carol_Ann]

Re: Lynnette

Hi, Lynnette !
I can't stand thimbles either. For awhile I resorted to band aids or scotch tape ! Then I found a product from the DRITZ company. They are called "quilter's slip 'n grips". They are half inch, adhesive circles with a sandpaper grip on one side. These work for me & are a help in gripping needles. They are found in most sewing notions sections. Hope this helps you.

[Carol_Ann]

Re: Lynnette

Another thought ! In quilting notions, I also found packages of rubber finger tips that
fit all finger sizes. They are comfortable too ! Carol Ann

[toggpine]

Re: Lynnette

Have you tried the jelly thimbles? I couldn't use the metal ones, but I bought some of these and got them warm in some really hot water and slipped them on my fingers. They kind of shaped a little better to my fingers and I am able to sew better with them.
I have also used the adhesive "thimble" pads. They are clear ovals of something like a sticky backed template plastic. They worked OK, but were a little slippery when pushing the needle. I have see some that look like dimpled metal dots that appear to be attached with adhesive. I think the metal dots would give much better protection from the needle when shoving it through all those layers.

Good 'thimble' hunting!

[janluna]

Re: Lynnette

Hi Lynnette, There also leather thimbles that I use. I found them to work better than the metal ones. I also have long nails and they have a space in the top to let you nail slip through and still protect your finger. I'll have to try the others. Thanks ladies for the info.
Hugs, Jan L

[bakermom]

Re: Lynnette

I like the leather thimbles too. I tried the little sticky pads and didn't like them. In a pinch I use adhesive tape on my fingers. i keep a roll in my sewing box in case i misplace my leather thimble. I use it when I smock too.

[rebeccas-sewing]

Re: Lynnette

Leather thimbles are the only ones I've tried other than the metal. The metal don't work for me but I had great success with the leather ones. From what others are saying it sounds like there are newer products on the market that might work as well. I haven't done any hand quilting in quite some time, but if I do I might give some of the others a try. From my experience, the only problem with the leather is the top of the needle eventually ends up pushing through the leather. If you're using one on a really large quilt expect to replace it one or even two times. Can get expensive replacing them.

[craftyrad]

Re: Lynnette

Here is a thimble most anyone would be happy to use:
http://www.ladyfingerssewing.com/sho...productId=1398

[Sandy Navas]

Re: Lynnette

Here is a thimble most anyone would be happy to use:
http://www.ladyfingerssewing.com/sho...productId=1398

Making my mouth water isn't allowed this early in the day. Cute!!!

[Lynnette]

Re: Lynnette

Many many TX - even with sore fingers I love the relaxation of hand quilting.

[sewmuchjan]

Re: Lynnette

Oh my what well they think of next????

Jan G

[suzette58]

Re: Lynnette

I am like the others here that use the leather thimbles. I tried the metal and silicone and don't like either. To me the only way to go is the leather.