May 02 2009
For the Love of Scissors!
I have always had somewhat of a passion for my scissors, going back to my childhood when I was taught to sew by my Mom. And I was taught to take good care of them. There is nothing worse than trying to cut a beautiful piece of fabric with dull scissors that don’t give a crisp cut, or trying to cut a paper-craft projectwith scissors all gunked up with adhesives. And I always had my favorite scissors for each particular job, and I still do. Here’s a pic of my all time favorite scissors EVER.
Yes, they’re rather grungy and dirty, but not too bad when you consider they are old –very old. I purchased these as soon asI first saw thisstyle of scissor. I don’t know for sure, but I’m guessing that was a good 25 -30 years ago. One look at the mechanics of these scissors and it just made sense to me — the handles and spring action — I had to try them. Well, one try and I was purchasinganother pair for my Mom, and hers are still her main sewing scissor to this day as well. This is a fabulous scissor design for ease of use. Perhaps designed for arthritic, stiff hands, I considered them a dream scissor in my then younger hands, and I think I appreciate them even more today. And they are still going strong — no different today than the day I took them out of the package! And I must admit, in the last year I have also been cutting paper with these scissors. They served as my ribbon scissors initially, then I got careless and started using them on paper. MUCH to my amazement, they are STILL as sharp as ever!!! Gotta love ’em even more!!!
Because of my love for scissors, I decided I’d like to carry some in the Stamp Simply Ribbon Store in case any of you are in need of a new pair. My scissor choice is Fiskars. They come with so many good options — like the spring action in my old pair shown above, soft grip handles that are super comfy, micro-tip points for precise detail cutting, and non-stick blades for easy cleaning. Plus they are all super light weight.I have made a selection of my favorite scissors by Fiskars and have them listed on Page 2 Tools of the Stamp Simply Ribbon Store, complete with details as to each pair — but for a quick view, here’sjust aglance:
Some of them are specifically for paper-crafting, others cross the line and are for sewing. Ribbon scissors — can’t be without a pair — ask my friends — LOL!!! My sewing scissors are used ONLY for ribbon or fabric cutting on my stamp table. Then they are set aside and out come my paper scissors for all else. Taking good care of your scissors means they will last a lifetime, or at least 30 years like mine — LOL!!!
Anyway, just wanted to share my thoughts on scissors. Take a look if you are interested!
No card to share today. Our oldest son graduated from college today, so it’s been busy around here. Such milestones — just tugs at a Mom’s heart. Considering what our weather has been, we had a coolish, but lovely, windy day — MUCH to be thankful for!!! Hope you are all enjoying your weekend as I try to catch up around the house and in my stamp room! See you all real soon!
14 responses so far
Wow, your are expanding my friend!! Also congratulations to your son. I feel you about the tug in your heart. Have a wonderful rest of the weekend. Hugs, Sabrina
I love scissors too!!!
I have at least one pair of scissors in every room.
I also have that exact pair of Fiskars scissors just for fabric!
They really came in handy when I was suffering from tendonitis in my hand.
Hope you have a great weekend!
Well I’ll say you got your money’s worth Sharon! Wow, 25/30 years for a pair of scissors is unbelievable! Love your selection! I totally agree with keeping scissors separate for cloth and paper, I ruined a few pieces of my beautiful silk ribbons by trying to cut them with my well used paper snips from SU.
I have the same scissors and they are my favorite too! I have them set aside for materials exclusively. I had to make an announcement to my family to keep away from that particular pair since they find my scissor box handy to cut wire, cording, sand paper, etc. I labled them “Clothe only”. So far so good…I think.
I cannot believe you are admitting that you cut paper with those scissors!!! LOL!!!! Graduation was great today! It was so exciting to see our guys so happy and excited! Congrats again to Steve!
I have a pair of those same scissors. My in-laws gave them to me at least 15 years ago (I have been married for 19). I absolutely love, love, love my scissors. Like the velveteen rabbit they are worn and dirty because I love them so much.
Thanks for sharing.
sb
Sharon, how exciting for you to be carrying these scissors in you store. I definitely must have a pair. It is so irritating to try to cut nice ribbon and I end up with a jagged end.
Thanks for adding this to your Stamp Simply Selection. It is exciting every week to see what you have come up with for us!
A big congratulations to Steve too! How exciting for you all!
Joan
I too use those Fiskars scissors and I own several of the other styles as well. I love the Fiskars scissors and Fiskars also makes a great line of gardening products as well. I have a Fiskars shears for trimming plants in the yard. Great Brand! As far as heartstrings, I too have had a stressful time lately. My oldest just got his license to drive and yesterday we drove 200 miles to my sisters house to pick up her old car we purchased from her for my son. They grow up too fast!!
I also have been enjoying these scissors for many years. I’ve had to buy two extra pair. My husband found out how great they are and with limited use of his hands he immediately had to have his own pair after he tried them one day. They really make cutting easier.
Have the same scissors Sharona and I too gifted my Mom with
a pair!
If anyone happens to know of a source for scissors that I
was told were specially designed for tole paper, I’d love to
know. They were small like detail scissors and were very
curved but I was told it was actually a double curve. Not
only did they cut objects beautifully, but they bent the
paper downwards slightly while cutting leaving a very
professional edge.
These scissors belonged to a friend and I have been searching
for years.
I am like you, Sharon. I have a special pair of scissors that I use ONLY for ribbon. Then I have a gunky pair that I will use if adhesives are involved, etc.
CONGRATS to your son!! (But don’t think for a moment that your mothering is over!! LOL)
I’m with you on the first pair of scissors! I have a pair….and I LOVE them!
I only use them for fabric. My craft scissors on the other hand…..are multi purpose. With the exception, I like to have a decent pair for ribbon!!
A huge congratulations to your son!!
I’m thinking I need to check out your ribbon store. 😉
I have the same pair of scissors , I only use them on fabric.
I’ve had them for yrs,the best I ever used.
Most all my scissors are fiskars, I have many prs.