Metal toe glove for sewing with plaid dome and grooved sides

Closed toe glove with checks and grooves pattern

A finger glove, or as it is known as a closed thimble, is one of the most basic tools in hand sewing, and many still sew without it and pay for it with their fingers. This model is made of metal, wraps the entire tip of the finger, and is designed to push the needle through the fabric without the back end sticking into the skin.

What makes it unique is the pattern. The top dome is embedded in a densegrid of checks : each square is a small stopping point to the tip of the needle, so the needle does not slip out of the dome even when you push hard. The sides are shaped invertical grooves in rows, which give the other fingers and the needle a grip surface on the side as well. The shape is slightly narrower at the top and wider in the opening, and the inside is hollow and open to the finger.

How it's Built

• Plaid dome: A rough mesh patterned top surface for a fingertip push.
• Grooved sides: Vertical slots for the entire circumference, for a comfortable grip and non-slip.
• Hollow body: The finger goes all the way in and the thimble sits on it like a hat.
• Metal: A hard material that the needle does not penetrate.

Common Uses

• Sewing hems, blind stitches and hand finishes in clothes.
• Clothing repairs at home and in the studio: tears, buttons, hooks and loops.
• Sewing in dense or thick fabrics, such as denim, wool, canvas, and upholstery fabric.
• Quilting and sewing through several layers of fabric and filling.
• Embroidery and handicrafts in which the needle passes through hard material.

Who is it suitable for

The finger glove is suitable for those who push the needle with their fingertips, and this is the common way in home sewing. It is suitable for seamstresses and tailors who work on hand finishes, students in fashion majors, instructors who equip a group, and anyone who sews a button once every few weeks and is tired of the. A metal glove is better than a flexible thimble when working with thick needles or hard fabrics, because the metal does not penetrate.

The rest of the desktop tools, from masks and needles to scissors, are in the sewing equipment category.

Pro Tips

• Finger fit : Thimbles don't have a uniform size. Check that the thimble goes all the way, doesn't fall off when you lower your hand to the side of your body and move your fingers, and doesn't squeeze after fifteen minutes of work.
• On which finger: When sewing clothes, it is worn on the middle finger of the hand that is sewn. The needle is held between the thumb and the index finger, and its back end rests on the dome.
• Push on the dome or side: When the needle is short and pushed straight, use the checkered dome. When the angle is more comfortable from the side, the grooved sides catch the needle with the same stability.
• The fabric on the table: Working with the fabric is placed on a surface, rather than in the air, allows for a straight push and reduces the chance of the needle bending.
• Cleaning: After working with dusty fabrics or marking chalk, wipe the thimble with a dry cloth so that the grooves don't fill up.

Common mistakes

• Thimble that is too loose: A thimble that moves on the finger causes the needle to slip and sometimes stab exactly where we wanted to protect it.
• Thimble is too narrow: Presses, warms and tires the finger, and finally takes it off in the middle of work.
• Giving up after one attempt: Thimble feels strange at first. Give it a few hours of work before deciding.
• Pushing with the index finger: This way the finger that directs the needle is also busy pushing, and the stitch comes out less precisely.

How is this model different from the finger glove with round sockets

On the site there are two closed metal finger gloves, and both do the same basic job. The difference is in the pattern and shape. In this model, the dome is set in a mesh and the sides are grooved with vertical grooves, and the shape is slightly narrower at the top. In the second, classic model, the dome and sides are covered with round sockets, and the body is more rounded and fuller with a smooth rim at the bottom. Those who like a distinct grip on the sides will usually prefer the grooved model, and those who are looking for the look and feel of the traditional thimble will choose the round sockets. For those who prefer to leave the tip of their finger free, there is also an open thimble with a dotted surface.

Type: Closed Thimble (Finger Glove)

Material: Metal

Top dome: Embossed checkered pattern

Sides: Vertical grooves for the entire circumference

Shape: slightly narrow in the dome and wide in the opening

Interior: Hollow

Usage: Hand Sewing, Repairs, Quilting & Embroidery

SKU: 10137

Sales Unit: Per Unit