Originally Posted by nancybl
Is there any way to sharpen rotary blades instead of buying new ones?
There is a tool out there that cost about $15 that is supposed to sharpen them. I have a friend who swears by them but I have never been able to get mine to work like I would want. They are blue and basically have sandpaper that sharpens the blade. Most people I know don't feel they work well. I did see something else once in a quilt shop. It was about $40 and it looked like it would really work. Sadly, it was during the Shop Hop (which covered Southeastern Idaho, some of Wyoming, and the edges of Utah) and I can't remember for the life of me where it was. I'm hoping I can track it down again next May when the Shop Hop comes back around. I know that's a ways off but if I do find it I will definitely post a picture.
To get more life out of your blade, simply flip it over. It only lasts about half as long but it does extend the life of the blade. Hope this helps!