Category Archives: Leather

Free Chamois Thimble Tutorial

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Linda S.

I truly enjoy sharing things that I have learned over the years, but due to large companies filching some of my patterns recently I must say here… You may use this pattern free of charge as many times as you … Continue reading →

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Make Your Own Thimble… again and Split Rail Quilt Wins

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Linda S.

I’m in the process of making the quilt for our bed… but in the evening I’m doing a little hand quilting on a small one that I started ages back. Hand quilting without a thimble is a bit disconcerting to … Continue reading →

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One Million Hits.. How Can I Ever Thank You? !

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Linda S.

A SALUTE TO YOU! Sometime this evening or late tonight, this blog will have its ONE MILLIONth hit. I have to say that I am overwhelmed with gratitude for all of you who have visited over the nearly 5 … Continue reading →

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Please Get Permission….

Posted on October 10, 2009 by Linda S.

I have put several free patterns that were created by me up on this site. They were uploaded with the thought in mind that others might like to use them. If they are used for personal use… that’s great. If they are … Continue reading →

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Second Chamois Thimble..free pattern

Posted on April 2, 2009 by Linda S.

I found as I used the thimble I made by the pattern a couple of days ago that the stitching around the tip of the finger would catch on the thread or in the fabric. So I made my own … Continue reading →

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Make Your Own Thimble… Free Pattern

Posted on April 1, 2009 by Linda S.

I’ve been hand quilting the little quilt I have made for granddaughter Hannah. I love to do this, but it sure is hard on the old fingers. With my nails long it is difficult…next to impossible…to use a metal thimble. … Continue reading →