OK update: I have one more, well heard so much about it here on the board well. . . . . LOL I just had to get one and try it, will let you know how I like it next time I have to rip any thing.

If you whistle while you work, or play music you're an optimist!

All in all I would say you are very prepared.

Tops my three, hopefully you won't have to use any of them too often.

Wow, a picture is a thousand words, thank you!

You beat me....I only have 4. By the way, do you know what a pessimist is? It's an optimist with experience :D

Ok so true confessions: I have not one but two “The Quick Ripper”, an electric shaver type thing. When I use one at sewing bees, which is often, everybody knows because of the “Buzz of Shame”.

I’d still say optimistic that one way or the other you will have the right weapon for the job!

Second one from left is my favorite. Unfortunately, can't find it in the stores anymore. I still have one tucked away.

Seam rippers are the friends you don't want to hang out with. Another option is a pair of manicure scissors.