I sharpened my seam ripper

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08-03-2011, 05:31 AM

gigigray032447

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About three years ago I bought an ergonomic seam ripper than I love. Because it's made differently than other rippers, I was able to sharpen the blade this am on my knife steel, and it worked great. I am so excited that I don't have to buy a new seam ripper because mine was dull.

08-03-2011, 05:40 AM

erstan947

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08-03-2011, 05:45 AM

nyelphaba

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What a terrific idea, never thought of sharpening my seam ripper.

08-03-2011, 05:46 AM

AlwaysQuilting

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Interesting. Can you tell which seam ripper you bought?
I've heard they can also be sharpened a bit with 0000 sand paper and rubbing it in one direction on one side then the other

08-03-2011, 06:05 AM

annthreecats

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I have one that's really dull. I'll have to try this. Thanks for sharing.

08-03-2011, 06:11 AM

Tartan

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Wow! What a relief! I thought I was going to read a cautionary tale of an injury. Great idea and I'm glad it's working well again.

08-03-2011, 06:19 AM

Cheri_J

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I get attached to my seam rippers too. I hate having to buy new ones. Thanks for this great idea!