I have been making books for sale for over two years (for myself, much longer) and this is my first major injury. Up until now I have prided myself on being so careful.
Mr. Bump by Roger Hargreaves
One of my favorite stories from childhood, most likely because I can relate to him!
I work with a lot of sharp tools--rotary cutter, utility knife, guillotine style paper trimmer, needles and awls--and aside from the time I stabbed myself in the hand with the awl, I have been limited to paper cuts. Until now.
It feels a bit tingly and is getting in my way something terrible. I can't tie ribbons, I'm having trouble punching holes in my text blocks, and sewing books is quite a challenge. Every night I'm so fed up with the bandages I unwrap it just to get some relief (and air to the wound). And wouldn't you know my shop has been busier since the injury than it's ever been! I like to be busy but prefer the full use of my digits!
8 comments:
OUCH! Hopefully it will heal quick!
Sad day! I'm so sorry. I hope it heals quickly!
I hear ya...those knives can be tricky!
I wound up in the ER for the first time last fall after I tried cutting my finger off with an exacto knife!
ouch! Wouldn't you know it... sounds like washing your car and then it rains. OK, keep it clean, and let the air get to it. Maybe some chicken soup for good measure (like Lily would say!) {:-D
Oh no! Hope it heals quickly!
Oh! I hope it heals quickly; I know what a pain bandages can be when you trying to get things done.
By the way, I love Teesha's site. I am now fully inspired for the journal swap and for my own....thanks again!
yikes! what a horrid spot considering what you do...wishing you quick healing :)
I'm not sure where the expression "all thumbs" came from, as whenever I've had a thumb out of commission the other 4 digits seemed pretty helpless without it.
Sure hope it gets better quickly...and that your busy spurt lasts for a very long time.
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