Khuddakavatthukkhandhaka

Vinayapiṭaka · Cūḷavagga (2) · Vol. 7 · Section 63

[63] Now at that time bhikkhus, while sewing a robe, took hold [of the needle] with the finger. Their fingers became painful. They reported this matter to the Blessed One. … "Bhikkhus, I allow a thimble (paṭiggaha)."

English translation from the Pali (Siam Raṭṭha edition) — under review, not for citation.