Wierd scissors
06-03-2011, 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Jan in VA
That is a fabulous score!
Someone at the thrift store failed to inspect that package before pricing it, obviously; but it isn't your job to tell them how to do theirs!!! They retail for up to $30.
Now, you've got to take up applique since you're qwell equipped. :D
Jan in VA
Someone at the thrift store failed to inspect that package before pricing it, obviously; but it isn't your job to tell them how to do theirs!!! They retail for up to $30.
Now, you've got to take up applique since you're qwell equipped. :D
Jan in VA
SCORE!!!!!
06-03-2011, 03:55 PM
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Hey... I have a pair like that in my mom's sewing stuff... have been wondering what they were used for and now I know!! Thanks everyone!!
Now, to take up applique'... let's see, what am I not going to do to fit applique' into my life? hmmmmmmmm......
Now, to take up applique'... let's see, what am I not going to do to fit applique' into my life? hmmmmmmmm......
06-03-2011, 07:37 PM
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Originally Posted by wildyard
At the thrift store the other day, I grabbed a plastic bag that had a small UFO in it. It had fabric scraps, a couple of squares and a 12" piece of batting for .99. Today I finally dumped the bag to see what all was in there, and besides the above, there were several smaller spools of thread and 2 pairs of scissors. One is a regular pair of Fiskers, but the other is a little smaller pair of what looks to be stainless Ginghers. On one of the blades there is a flareout that looks like half of a leaf of good size.
Can you tell me what kind of scissors these are and what they are used for?
Thanks up front as I know someone will be able to tell me!! hugs and smilessss
Can you tell me what kind of scissors these are and what they are used for?
Thanks up front as I know someone will be able to tell me!! hugs and smilessss
06-03-2011, 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Lori S
I use my applique sissors when ever I want to trim and get really close but worry about cutting the main fabric. They are one of those tools that until you have them, you didn't know you needed them.
06-03-2011, 09:34 PM
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If they look like this...you have a pair of Gingher Applique Scissors. They retail for $40, but you can find them online for a sale price of $30. I think you found a great deal!!!!
Gingher Applique Scissors
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06-04-2011, 02:40 AM
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Applique or duck bill scissors. WOW, what a find, as they are very expensive. I use mine for applique but, the biggest use I have for them, is trimming the threads off a finished quilt. Congratulations on your find!
06-04-2011, 07:37 AM
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Originally Posted by JanetM
If they look like this...you have a pair of Gingher Applique Scissors. They retail for $40, but you can find them online for a sale price of $30. I think you found a great deal!!!!
06-04-2011, 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by wildyard
Originally Posted by JanetM
If they look like this...you have a pair of Gingher Applique Scissors. They retail for $40, but you can find them online for a sale price of $30. I think you found a great deal!!!!
I have these exact scissors...they are wonderful for applique and heirloom shadow work.
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