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Old 08-03-2011, 05:31 AM
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About three years ago I bought an ergonomic seam ripper than I love. Because it's made differently than other rippers, I was able to sharpen the blade this am on my knife steel, and it worked great. I am so excited that I don't have to buy a new seam ripper because mine was dull.
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Old 08-03-2011, 05:40 AM
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Old 08-03-2011, 05:45 AM
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What a terrific idea, never thought of sharpening my seam ripper.
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Old 08-03-2011, 05:46 AM
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Interesting. Can you tell which seam ripper you bought?
I've heard they can also be sharpened a bit with 0000 sand paper and rubbing it in one direction on one side then the other
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Old 08-03-2011, 06:05 AM
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I have one that's really dull. I'll have to try this. Thanks for sharing.
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Wow! What a relief! I thought I was going to read a cautionary tale of an injury. Great idea and I'm glad it's working well again.
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I get attached to my seam rippers too. I hate having to buy new ones. Thanks for this great idea!
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Old 08-03-2011, 06:38 AM
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Actually it's a curved blade seam ripper. I found this information out as I was searching for the kind I own
http://store.quilting-warehouse.com/085215.html
And I have loved it since the day I bought it.
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This is good to know, thank you :D:D:D
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Old 08-03-2011, 06:53 AM
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This is great information. I am going to have to try and sharpen mine.
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