In stead of using regular sissors I bought Fiskars,they have a spring on then and you dont put your fingers through them
like regular ones. I bought at walmart because they were cheaper.Joanns will be cheaper using a coupon. I dont use the old ones any more because my thumb really hurts.I have a machine that uses wax but haven't used it jet because I need a candy thermometer to check the temp of wax. I sure hope it helps. I have serveral quilts I need to do for the holidays.I will pray for all concerned with same issue. Dawn