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rag quilt snipping advice please

rag quilt snipping advice please

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Old 03-25-2013, 01:50 PM
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Many years ago I made my first of many rag quilts. My hand grew so tired when snipping with regular scissors. I am so glad I invested in a pair of rag snips at the LQS I go to. Yes, they probably cost me in the neighborhood of 25-30$ but they have been worth every penny of it. Other than knowing it is a boring activity, I do not mind snipping my rag quilts at all. I think you would really like them were you to invest in a pair!
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Old 03-25-2013, 02:00 PM
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i made only 1 rag quilt with regular scissors and it was hard. I purchased the spring loaded scissors marketed for rag quilts and they are a god-send. I would never make another rag quilt without them. I recently made one from flannel with batting and the spring loaded scissors really helped my arthritic hands to be able to cut quick and easy. They are worth every penny.
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Old 03-25-2013, 05:29 PM
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How long are the blades on rag snips? Harbor freight has 2 sizes of spring loaded snipping shears.
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Old 03-26-2013, 06:38 AM
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Kat, I am thinking the blades on mine are about 3". Sorry, not at home to check for sure.
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