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Suzy 10-04-2011 03:24 PM

I do it when I'm trying to finish cutting out and it starts to skip, then I get the foil out and sharpen the edge so I can finish, just helps get a few more miles out of the cutter. It does work, but doesn't last too long.

good Luck

Suzy

ReeneeD 10-04-2011 03:29 PM

Thanks for the tip - I will try it soon.

dublb 10-04-2011 05:36 PM

I like this tip! I'll try it asap!
I wanted to say that I have used the Harbor Freight blades& liked 'em. I bought 10 pkdges about a year ago. Of the 6 pkdges that I've opened I've only had 3 blades that were bad.(I did give some of 'em away.) I guess It's about time to drive to Odessa (30 min.s away,) & get some more 'cause I only have one pkdgd left. I'll try the foil first.I also need a 60mm blade but I don't guess I'll get that at Harbor Freight. :) I'm definitely going to try this foil trick on it. Thanks again!!

zig56gie 10-04-2011 06:08 PM

I sharpen my scissors and rotary cutter blades by cutting through several layers of sandpaper. It works for me.

Carol W 10-05-2011 01:41 AM

Thanks for the tips!!

iluvsewing68 10-05-2011 02:22 AM

Thank you for the tip. I can't wait to try it. I just bought a pack of 5 for my 60 mm. As you say, even with a 40% coupon, they are still expensive. I still have a 45 mm that I need a new blade for, so will give this a try.

sandrabrueggeman 10-05-2011 03:15 AM

It worked for me.

Kath12 10-05-2011 05:28 AM

I have heard of this for sharpening scissors but haven't heard for sharpening blades. Haven't tried it but will when I get back home. I'm currently in WV in a hotel without my sewing machine! Been here for almost 2 weeks maybe able to come home Friday - Sunday at the latest Am having withdrawal symptoms big time!

joycecil 10-05-2011 03:33 PM

Thanks for the Tip.

blueangel 10-05-2011 04:08 PM

Worth a try


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