Thimbles

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Thimbles

Thimbles for hand sewing — an essential tool for protecting your finger when pushing a needle through fabric. Our range of 5 options includes metal, plastic and adjustable thimbles to suit different preferences and finger sizes. A small but indispensable addition to any hand sewing kit.

  • Closed end dressmaker thimbles on a white background CLOSED END DRESSMAKERS THIMBLES - 7 Sizes - (14mm to 18.5mm)

    Dressmaker Thimbles Closed End Nickel Plated Steel Sewing Guard 7 Sizes

    100 in stock Express UK Shipping Available  

    Protect your fingertips and push heavy needles through dense fabrics effortlessly with this premium closed-end dressmaker's thimble. Precision-crafted from nickel-plated steel, this traditional tailor's tool features a deeply dimpled surface to prevent needles from slipping during heavy-duty hand sewing, quilting, or leatherwork. The sturdy, solid-wall construction provides an unyielding shield against accidental needle pricks, making it an essential addition to any workroom sewing basket. Available in a comprehensive range of seven sizes (from 14mm up to 18.5mm internal diameter), it ensures a perfectly tailored, comfortable fit that stays secure on your fingertip while you work. • Hardened Nickel-Plated Steel: Constructed from premium solid steel with a corrosion-resistant nickel plating for exceptional strength, longevity, and smooth comfort.• Deeply Dimpled Slip Prevention: Features a textured, pitted exterior surface that catches the eye of the needle securely, giving you maximum leverage through tough textiles.• Solid Closed-End Protection: The fully covered dome provides total finger shield coverage, making it ideal for pushing needles with the top or side of your finger.• Available in 7 Tailored Sizes: Offered in approximate internal diameters of 14mm, 15mm, 16mm, 17mm, 17.5mm, 18mm, and 18.5mm to fit every hand.• Simple Home Sizing Trick: To find your perfect match, wrap a piece of string or thread around the middle of your fingernail bed and measure the total length in millimetres. Simply divide that length by 3.14 (or divide by 3 for a quick estimate) using a calculator to reveal your approximate internal diameter size.

    100 in stock Express UK Shipping Available  

    £0.45 - £3.17

  • A stainless steel open end tailors thimble on a white background Tailors Thimbles Open End Nickel Plated Steel Strong Solid 5 Sizes 16mm to 18mm - ThreadandTrimmings

    Tailors Thimbles Open End Nickel Plated Steel Strong Solid 5 Sizes 16mm to 18mm

    49 in stock Express UK Shipping Available  

      Open End Tailors Thimble 5 Sizes - Approximate Sizes Very strong and solid Made from Nickel Plated Steel 16mm 16.5mm 17mm 17.5mm 18mm The best way to identify the size is to take a length of thread or string, wrap it around your finger and measure the length in millimetres Then, take a calculator and divide this number by 3.14 and it will give you the approximate size in millimetres. If you haven't got a calculator, then just divide the length by 3 and this will give you the "about size"

    49 in stock Express UK Shipping Available  

    £0.96 - £5.36

  • Dressmaker Thimbles Closed End x 12pcs - Nickel Plated Steel Choose From 7 Sizes - ThreadandTrimmings Dressmaker Thimbles Closed End x 12pcs - Nickel Plated Steel Choose From 7 Sizes - ThreadandTrimmings

    Dressmaker Thimbles Closed End x 12pcs - Nickel Plated Steel Choose From 7 Sizes

    17 in stock Express UK Shipping Available  

    12 x Closed End Dressmaker Thimbles - 7 Sizes to Choose From Closed End Dressmakers Thimble 7 Sizes - Please note they are approximate sizes 14mm 15mm 16mm 17mm 17.5mm 18mm 18.5mm The best way to identify the size is to take a length of thread or string, wrap it around your finger and measure the length in millimetres Then, take a calculator and divide this number by 3.14 and it will give you the approximate size in millimetres. If you haven't got a calculator, then just divide the length by 3 and this will give you the "about size"  

    17 in stock Express UK Shipping Available  

    £5.44

  • Adjustable Thimble - Multi Size Plastic General Use Thimble - For General Sewing - ThreadandTrimmings

    Adjustable Thimble Multi Size Plastic General Use Thimble For General Sewing

    5 in stock Express UK Shipping Available  

    Fully Adjustable Thimble The Thimble Has an Open back to fit any sized finger Protects forefinger and finger tip Ideal for Sewing & Quilting Multi Size Plastic General Use Thimble For General Sewing General use thimble, ideal for most general sewing tasks. Made For Milwards

    5 in stock Express UK Shipping Available  

    £1.93

  • Quilters Thumb Thimble Sew Easy Ergonomic Thumb Thimble Gives Pushing Power - ThreadandTrimmings

    Quilters Thumb Thimble Sew Easy Ergonomic Thumb Thimble Gives Pushing Power

    4 in stock Express UK Shipping Available  

    Quilters Thumb Thimble Sew Easy Ergonomic Thumb Thimble Gives Pushing Power Made from strong polythene plastic. Ergonomic design with deep dimple allows you to use the pushing power of the thumb for easier sewing when quilting.

    4 in stock Express UK Shipping Available  

    £1.76

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