Originally Posted by
dunster
I think a dull seam ripper is like a dull knife - you're more likely to press harder and cut your fabric, or yourself.
I agree 100% with this - and I HAVE shoved that seam ripper right through the fabric because it was dull and I was pushing too hard!
I'll use the seam ripper to cut 3-4 stitches, then I use my box knife blade for the rest of the seam.