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diff --git a/source/accessories/tools/leather_thimbles/index.rst b/source/accessories/tools/leather_thimbles/index.rst index 14b0808..591facc 100644 --- a/source/accessories/tools/leather_thimbles/index.rst +++ b/source/accessories/tools/leather_thimbles/index.rst @@ -8,22 +8,55 @@ Leather Thimbles .. figure:: :align: center +When sewing by hand, using a well fitting thimble really helps in +protecting the hand, allowing for faster and more regular sewing. + +Traditional metal thimbles, however, have a delicate balance between +being too tight and too loose, so finding one that fits just right may +be more problematic and require multiple attempts; among other things, +this makes it harder for a beginner to understand whether they are +having problems with their technique, or their thimble is the wrong +size. + +Leather thimbles are significantly more tolerant of small size +variations, and are thus easier to use for a beginner, to start getting +used to the technique. + +For advanced sewists metal thimbles have advantages, including allowing +for even faster sewing and being long lasting: leather thimbles under +constant use will have to be replaced after months or at most a few +years after. However having a leather thimble around can still be +useful, for example for sewing during the summer, when they can breath a +bit more, or if the fingers are swollen because of the heat, and they +can also be handy as grippers. Materials --------- -Fabric -^^^^^^ +You will need: + +* scraps of leather, about 2 mm thick: anything thicker can become + unwieldy, and thinner wouldn't give enough protection; +* strong sewing thread: waxed linen is ideal, buttonhole twist can also + work. + +Leather substitutes will have to be tested for puncture resistance +before they can be used; I'd also avoid plastic-based leather +substitutes for something that has a limited life and will have to be +thrown away. + +As for tools, a leather needle with a triangular point can be really +helpful, but a sturdy regular needle can do in a pinch. + -Notions -^^^^^^^ Pattern ------- + Instructions ------------ |