“Metal thimbles were not affordable by poor people until almost the 18th Century,” she said. “Before 1650, metal thimbles were handmade, which was a slow and expensive process.

German thimbles, clay pipes and rat bones have been among the finds at a dig at a disused pub. Human remains were also discovered during the excavations of a path and part of the churchyard next ...

A COLLECTION of 27,000 thimbles has been put up for auction – and the lucky bidder will not only secure themselves an impressive haul of thimbles but also the chance of being a world record holder.

Nuremberg thimbles, made around 1530, were the start of finely-made decorative thimbles in Europe. A good Nuremberg thimble would now be worth £300, though when the actress was first collecting ...

Porcelain thimbles are a particular area of interest for collectors. Made from the 18th century onwards, the most sought after are those from the German Meissen factory, generally intended as gifts.

So far, my island adventures have not uncovered the car, nor have I seen the deer who are said to swim there. No one winters in the Thimbles, deer or man. Well, that’s not right.

Nimble Thimbles Quilt Club 2023 Quilt Show What: A celebration of quilting and fabric arts featuring quilts on display, vendors, demonstrations and other activities.