If you love crafting, you need a high-quality pair of scissors in your craft supplies. From intricate paper trimming to heavy duty card cutting, sharp, precise scissors are a must-have, helping you bring your creative vision to life.
From the materials you’re cutting, to the tasks you’ll be doing, we’ve put a handy guide together on how to choose the best craft scissors for your paper-cutting projects.
Learn how to choose the correct craft scissors for your paper projects
When you’re choosing scissors for your crafting needs, you should consider the tasks you’ll be using the scissors for.
If you’re doing large-scale paper cutting work, involving materials like wallpaper, mounting board, and tissue paper, you should opt for scissors with extra long blades. This enables smooth, straight cuts, so you can trim with greater accuracy.
For more intricate paper cutting work, you’ll need blades suited to precision cutting – still long and sharp, but much lighter in weight, making them perfect for trimming delicate materials for decoration.
Another consideration you should make is the material of the scissors. Carbon steel is known for its durability and sharp edge, and is a reliable choice for most projects. You can also buy plated or coated scissors for extra durability – a PTFE coating prevents adhesives from sticking to the blades, ensuring clean cuts through materials like tape-backed paper.
The luxury paper craft scissors we offer here at Whiteley
At Whiteley, we offer lots of choice of gorgeous handcrafted scissors, suited to every cutting need.
If you’re looking for a thoughtful gift for a keen paper crafter in your life, or you’d simply like to treat yourself, why not take a look at our three-piece PTFE-coated paper scissors set? It features our 7” scissors for delicate craftwork, and our 9” and 10” paper scissors for maximum cutting efficiency on large materials.
If you’d like some advice on the best craft scissors for your cutting needs, please contact sales@whiteley.co.uk, and our team will be more than happy to help you.
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It may be tempting to use any old pair of scissors in your home for your projects, but professional crafters know the importance of choosing the right set of blades for your specific cutting needs.
Choosing the wrong scissors, for example using fabric scissors on paper, or vice versa, can result in jagged cuts, snags, and a frustrating craft experience. The right tool is crucial to perform tasks effectively, precisely, and safely, and also prevents premature dulling and damage to the blades.
By having a variety of scissors to hand, you can ensure tools are optimised to the projects you’re completing, so your craft sessions can be stress-free and rewarding.