Prym
PRYM Appliqué Scissors – 15 cm (6 in.), Rose Gold-Tone Handles
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SKU: 610570
Product description
Appliqué scissors: cutting close to the seam without harming the layer beneath
PRYM appliqué scissors with a total length of 15 cm (6 in.), made of steel, with round metal handles in a rose gold tone. What sets them apart is the wide, rounded lower blade, which looks like a kind of "duckbill" on one side of the scissors.
The wide blade lies flat on the fabric and pushes the bottom layer away from the cutting blade. That way you can trim excess fabric in appliqué, patchwork and layers of fabric very close to the seam, without accidentally cutting the fabric beneath. This is a tool that someone who does appliqué or quilting uses all the time.
How this model differs from our similar models
PRYM appliqué 15 cm (the model on this page): A wide lower blade that protects the layer beneath
Small embroidery scissors: A narrow, pointed blade for cutting threads
Tailor's shears: A long blade for cutting the pattern itself
Common uses
Trimming excess fabric in appliqué
Grading layers in a seam
Quilting and patchwork
Cutting close to the seam in the top layer only
Working with felt and decorative fabrics
Who the scissors are for
Appliqué and quilting crafters: For cutting one layer without harming another
Seamstresses: For grading seam allowances
Patchwork classes: For quantity orders you can contact us
How to work with appliqué scissors
The wide blade down: Slide it between the layers so it lies on the fabric you need to keep
Glide along the seam: Bring the cutting blade close to the seam and cut in short strokes
Fabric only: Paper dulls the blade
Common mistakes and how to avoid them
Holding them upside down: When the wide blade is on top, it doesn't protect the bottom layer
Cutting thick fabric in layers: The blade is short and meant for trimming and not for cutting the pattern
Storing without protection: Knocks on the tip damage the sharpness
Where appliqué scissors are used
The wide blade, which in English is also called a duckbill, is meant for any place where you cut one layer while the layer beneath it has to stay intact.
Hand and machine appliqué: Trimming excess fabric around the sewn shape, close to the seam
Reverse appliqué: Cutting open the top layer to expose the fabric beneath
Machine embroidery: Cutting the appliqué fabric inside the hoop, between embroidery steps
Quilting and patchwork: Cleaning up seam allowances in dense layers of fabric
The working rule: place the wide blade between the layers, beneath the fabric being cut, so it pushes the bottom layer away from the cutting blade.
Images are for illustration only; slight color differences may occur between different screens.
Specifications
Product type: Appliqué scissors
Model: 610570
Brand: PRYM
Total length: 15 cm (6 in.)
Material: Steel
Blade: Wide, rounded lower blade
Handles: Metal, rose gold tone
Sold as: Per unit
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
What are appliqué scissors?
Scissors with a wide, rounded bottom blade that rests on the fabric and protects the bottom layer, so you can cut the top layer close to the seam.
What is the length of the scissors?
The total length is 15 cm, which is 6 inches.
What are they made of?
Steel, with metal handles in a rose gold shade.
How do I hold them properly?
Insert the wide blade between the layers so it rests on the fabric you want to keep, and the narrow blade cuts the top layer.
Are they suitable for left-handed users?
Appliqué scissors are usually built for the right hand. It is worth trying the grip before long work.
What are they suitable for besides appliqué?
For trimming layers in a seam, quilting, patchwork and any cut that needs to be done close to another fabric without damaging it.
Can I cut a whole pattern with them?
No. The blade is short and intended for trimming and precise work. For cutting a pattern, use tailor's shears.
What is the difference between these and embroidery scissors?
Embroidery scissors are narrow and pointed for cutting threads. Appliqué scissors have a wide lower blade that protects the fabric underneath.
What are duckbill scissors?
It is another name for appliqué scissors, named after the wide, flat blade that resembles a duck's bill.
Can I order a quantity for a class?
Yes. For bulk orders you can contact us.
