If you cut a lot of fabric, then you’ve seen your scissors dull over a short amount of time. To put the “life” back in your favorite pair of scissors, you may want to sharpen them safely and efficiently. Lots of instructions exist on how to sharpen scissors frugally (with sandpaper, aluminum foil or a screw driver). Expensive options include the purchase of a sharpening stone or a fancy electronic scissor-sharpening machine for around $100. Havel’s Sewing would like to suggest a very reliable, reasonably-priced method.
Havel’s Sewing offers you an affordable tool designed specifically for sharpening your favorite blades: The Swiss Combo Star.
The Swiss Combo Star - Precision Sharpening
For $15.95 you can sharpen your scissors in an instant. The Swiss Combo Star features one side of steel and one side of stone. Just grip the handle and run the steel side along the length of your blade. Repeat with the stone side to smooth and clean the freshly sharpened scissor. Instructions are included with The Swiss Combo Star, as is a nice velvet pouch in which to keep the tool and instructions.
The Swiss Combo Star is a great addition to your sewing basket or craft table. Keep it near your scissors and never experience messy, dull cuts again.