I have actually done something similar, I drop a pair of really sharp scissors into my lap and (even though I know better) I quick put my knees together to catch it.
Well, the points went into my inner thigh, about an inch or so, we had one heck of a time getting the bleeding stopped. Finally did.
Should have gone to the ER, but I hate our ER, first of all, you are there for at least a minimum of 4 hours and I hate seeing and dealing with all the inefficiency and total wasting of time and resources by the staff.
So, my hubby put a tight butterfly on it and that worked just fine. My tetanus is up to date and no infection. I do have a nice scar (war wound?) :) Hopefully I won't do that again!
Originally Posted by IBQUILTIN
This is my third try to post this. Today while helping me learn to hide my thread ends inside the batting of an appliqued quilt, my friend Robin dropped a pair of snips onto her lap and punctured her leg about 1/2 inch deep. Very suddenly and very thoroughly. Scared me half to death, but once we got the bleeding stopped it wasn't so bad. Please, guys, if you drop your snips, open your legs and let em go, it isn't worth the very sore spot she is bound to have tomorrow