Zhang Xiao Quan
Zhang Xiao Quan Lightweight Sewing Scissors with Protective Cover – Stainless Steel Blade, 3 Colors
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SKU: 4722
Product description
Lightweight sewing scissors in three colors, with a matching protective cover
Lightweight sewing scissors by Zhang Xiao Quan, with stainless steel blades and light, comfortable plastic handles. The scissors come in three colors to choose from: light blue, turquoise and black, and each pair comes with a protective cover in the color of the handles, in a box suitable for gifting or storage.
The light weight makes them comfortable for long work and for use in classes, and the different colors let you assign a pair to each job: one for fabric, one for paper and one for threads and ribbons.
How this model differs from our similar models
Zhang Xiao Quan in three colors (the model on this page): Light blue, turquoise and black, with a protective cover and a box
Lightweight 8 and 9 inch scissors: In light blue and pink, with a protective cover
Professional scissors from Germany: For everyday professional work at a cutting table
Common uses
Cutting fabric in home sewing
Cutting threads, ribbons and elastics
Craft projects with paper and felt
A sewing kit for a class or for home
A gift for a beginner seamstress
Who the scissors are for
Beginner seamstresses: Light weight and a protective cover
Sewing and craft classes: A different color for each station or group
Haberdashery stores: A boxed product, for resale; for bulk orders you can contact us
Tips for use and care
A color for each material: Choose one color for fabric only, and this pair stays sharp longer
Cover after every use: The cover protects the edge and your hands in the bag
Cleaning and drying: Wipe the blades after working with glue or damp materials
Common mistakes and how to avoid them
Cutting thick cardboard and hard plastic: Dulls the blades of lightweight scissors
Forcing closed on thick layers: With lightweight scissors, cut one or two layers at a time
Storing without the cover: The edge gets damaged in the drawer
Zhang Xiao Quan: a long-established scissors maker from Hangzhou
Zhang Xiao Quan is a scissors brand from the city of Hangzhou in China. According to the brand's history, the name was established around 1628, and the family shop it grew out of operated even earlier.
What the brand is known for: Scissors and knives, and a traditional forging process the brand is identified with
Standing: The brand is recognized in China as a long-established, traditional brand
This model: Lightweight sewing scissors, with stainless steel blades, light plastic handles and a protective cover in the color of the handles
The combination of light weight, a protective cover and three colors makes this model suitable for classes, the sewing bag and as a gift.
Images are for illustration only; slight color differences may occur between different screens.
Specifications
Product type: Lightweight sewing scissors with a protective cover
Model: 4722
Brand: Zhang Xiao Quan
Blades: Stainless steel
Handles: Lightweight plastic
Protective cover: Matches the handle color
Colors to choose from: Light blue, turquoise, black
Packaging: Box
Sold as: Per unit
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
What colors do the scissors come in?
In three colors: light blue, turquoise and black.
What are the scissors made of?
The blades are stainless steel and the handles are light plastic.
What comes in the package?
A pair of scissors with a protective cover in the color of the handles, in a box.
What are the scissors suitable for?
For cutting fabric in home sewing, cutting threads and ribbons and for craft work.
Are they suitable for sewing classes?
Yes. They are light, come with a protective cover, and the different colors make it easy to assign a pair to each station.
Why is it worth having a pair in each color?
That way you assign each pair to a different use - for example one for fabric, one for pattern paper and one for threads and ribbons - and immediately identify which pair is for what. Fabric scissors stay sharper when you do not cut paper with them.
Are the scissors suitable as a gift?
Yes. Each pair comes in a box with a protective cover in the color of the handles, so they suit as a gift for someone who is starting to sew or craft.
What is the difference between these and the lightweight 8 and 9 inch scissors?
Both series are lightweight and come with a protective cover. Zhang Xiao Quan comes in light blue, turquoise and black and in a box, and the 8 and 9 inch series comes in light blue and pink and in two set lengths.
How do I use the protective cover?
Close the scissors and slide the cover over the blades all the way. Remove it only before working, so the tip is protected both in a bag and in a drawer.
Can I order a quantity for a class or a store?
Yes. The scissors suit sewing classes, schools and notions stores, and for bulk orders you can contact us.
