Dh sharpend my scissors
06-28-2011, 10:03 AM
#33
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Check with Joanne Fabrics if you have one near by. At times they have people that come in and sharpen scissors. Or at least I know the one here in Ft. Wayne, Indiana does. Also check and see if there is anyone in your area that sharpens knives or lawnmower blades. Some of them also sharpen scissors. Hope this helps.
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Ann W. in Indiana
Quilty Hugs,
Ann W. in Indiana
06-28-2011, 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Pat and pups
The owner of a quilt shop told me how she goes to a dollar store for scissors. They're sharp for awhile and then she can throw them away because they were so cheap.
06-28-2011, 11:11 AM
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Originally Posted by TonnieLoree
My dad was a logger for many years. He was used to sharpening chain saw teeth. I reluctantly left my Ginghers with him, and when I got them back they were better than new. I turned around and gave him all of my kitchen knives, and OMG, what a difference! So, go find your self a logger. :-) :lol: :lol: :-D
06-28-2011, 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by jayelee
Go to walmart or suuch and buy a new pair of cheap scissors to use for everyday stuff Throw away when dull and buy new
06-28-2011, 02:23 PM
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When my Singer sheers became dull, I looked for someone to sharpen them. No luck. I was told the serrated blade required a special (costly) machine and because of the cost no one in a 100 mile radius has one. So I requested a new pair of Gingher sheers for Christmas and my children came through. I am still looking for a sharpener, though.
06-28-2011, 02:34 PM
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Please, people! Stop throwing things away. If they are a decent pair of Scissors get them sharpened!
I know we live in a disposable world but there is something about quilting and tossing out stuff that just doesn't jive. What is quilting history all about? Making do, saving, re-using. This could be a quilters creed. A good pair of scissors may cost a good penny in the begining but they will last a life time if treated well. Find a logger!
peace :D
I know we live in a disposable world but there is something about quilting and tossing out stuff that just doesn't jive. What is quilting history all about? Making do, saving, re-using. This could be a quilters creed. A good pair of scissors may cost a good penny in the begining but they will last a life time if treated well. Find a logger!
peace :D
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