Description
Thimbles for hand sewing
Thimbles come in either metal, leather or ergonomic materials to name a few. It protects the top and edges of your preferred finger that pushes a needle through your project. When the needle is pushed in the sewing this prevents the needle hurting your fingertip. The dimples and grooves on a thimble catch the needle eye and keep it from slipping. A thimble protects the finger from the eye end of the needle. Pushing a needle through thick layers of fabric is much easier with a thimble. Pulling a needle through fabric layers can be very tiring on your thumb and index finger.
Come in many styles, shapes and materials, from metal or ergonomic moulded plastic.
Prym ergonomic material, which are breathable which mould round your finger while you are working and still protecting. Breathing slots for greater comfort – reduces sweating. The end cap is padded internally – helps prevent pressure marks
Hemline We sell metal thimbles in the Hemline range. Suitable for quilting or general sewing. The quilting thimble have non slip top to prevent slipping.