A Guide to Sewing Shears and Scissors
There are many types of sewing shears and scissors, all used for different applications. Below is a description of each model and their respective uses.
Bent-handle dressmaker’s shears are best for pattern cutting. The angle of the lower blade lets fabric lie flat. They are made in 6″ to 12″ lengths with the 7″ and 8″ lengths used most often. There are also left-handed models and special models for cutting synthetics and knits available.
