Thimbles and Thimble Cases (Shire Library) (Paperback)

~ Eleanor Johnson (Author)

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Product Description

To many people a thimble may seem to be simply a mundane and commonplace object with unromantic shape and associations, even if the work with which it assists can frequently be exquisite and imaginative. This book will open a door to the charm of the humble thimble in all its variety, from the simple workaday type to the rarer and more exquisite examples that gave scope for artists and craftsmen, and indeed still do. It will give those new to a fascinating collecting field an introduction to the possibilities that exist, including the parallel subject of thimble cases. The more interesting old thimbles are less plentiful than they once were but are still worth searching for in antique shops and antique fairs, while those currently being made and on sale in good gift shops can make a worthy addition to any comprehensive collection.

About the Author

Eleanor Johnson has from her youth enjoyed using her hands in many forms of needlework and crafts, and this in due course led her to her present interest in antique needlework tools. In her experience, thimbles are among the most widely collected items from the past.

Product Details

• Paperback: 40 pages
• Publisher: Shire; 2nd edition edition (March 4, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0747804036
• ISBN-13: 978-0747804031
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,095,731 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A key to collecting a range of thimbles, February 8, 2005

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

Thimbles may be considered mundane, ordinary sewing tools by most, but there's a world of thimble collectors who think otherwise, including author Eleanor Johnson who's enjoyed needlework and crafts and who specializes in antique needlework tools. Thimbles And Thimble Cases will fit in the pamphlet section of any collection and provide a key to collecting a range of thimbles, from simple working thimbles to specialty pieces and their cases. From old to more modern fare, Thimbles And Thimble Cases receives color photos and a fine discussion of the differences between luxury items and novelties.

2.0 out of 5 stars New Thimble Book a Disapppointment, October 1, 2007

By	Patricia Ferrara (Attleboro, MA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

On the thin side, both in terms of number of pages and helpfulness of information. Best best for me is the old Warman book on thimbles. Why don't they update that one?