Thread: Question about seam ripper

Does a seam ripper get dull/blunt? Lately, when I use mine, it seems like it's more difficult to remove stitches.

Sure it does, just like any other blade ~ it will get dull and need to be replaced.

I think mine needs to be replaced more than normal because I use it so much. :-) :-) :-)

Yes, and the chance of actually ripping into your fabric increases. Ask me how I know.

I am having a very loving relationship with mine (all of them). When I sew I make sure there is one in hand, because I know I will need it. I keep several, because when one needs to be replaced, there is another one.

Yes they definitely do get dull, and mine are at the point right now lol. I use mine more than others as well. Especially when I try to do "sleepy sewing" NOT a good idea ;)

Guess I need to replace mine, since I probably wore out it taking apart about 80 half triangles sewn together!

Originally Posted by Piedmont Quilter

Sure it does, just like any other blade ~ it will get dull and need to be replaced.

this is so true, and it depends on how much you use it.

Originally Posted by Oklahoma Suzie

Originally Posted by Piedmont Quilter

Sure it does, just like any other blade ~ it will get dull and need to be replaced.

this is so true, and it depends on how much you use it.

I just bought a couple more, as mine were dull. Wish I could sharpen them!

The wonderful owner of my LQS told me that the one thing quilting ladies/gentlemen never replace are their seam rippers and it should be the one gift they treat themselves to.....

I get a new one about ever 6 months (I rip a lot LOL)