Scissors are a tool that no seamstress can do without. They can become dull over time or if used improperly. To sharpen them , it is not necessary to go to the master.
You can handle it on your own! Foil
Fold the usual culinary foil in six layers , smooth. Start slowly cutting it into thin strips. It is important that the blades touch the foil with each cut. Repeat several times and check the sharpness of the scissors. If this is not enough , continue cutting the foil.
Sandpaper
Fold the sandpaper in half , texture side out. Thus, when cutting, all irregularities on the blades , regardless of their location , will be aligned.
metal sponge
Metal sponges are usually used to get rid of stubborn dirt , but they can also be used to sharpen scissors. It is better to choose an old sponge , which has already become soft.
Thus, you do not risk getting hurt by pieces of sharp metal. Other tools
If you use not only scissors , but also a cutter , then he also needs sharpening from time to time. , cut the foilfolded in several layers. Don't forget to place it on the backing. The principle is the same as with scissors.
How about pins and needles? , can be kept in perfect conditionby sewing a needle bed for them. However, not quite simple. Fill the inside with emery powder. The needles will sharpen each time it is used. You can make sanding powder yourselfby off the abrasive from the sandpaper.
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