Raq Quilting Snips
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Raq Quilting Snips
I haven't tried them yet but I have read that some rag quilters have found an inexpensive substitute for the Fiskars snips. They are from Harbour Freight and are called multi-purpose scissors, spring action.
I am going to look for these too. I understand they run about $5.99 with a coupon.
Just sharing.
I am going to look for these too. I understand they run about $5.99 with a coupon.
Just sharing.
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People who make rag quilts have my sincere respect. I made ONE, and I used the Fiskars spring-loaded snips, and I felt like I was grinding my hands into dust. They ached for weeks and I didn't even do a very good job, I ended up so worn out I didn't do enough snipping so the quilt isn't very good looking; it looks RATTY rather than RAGGY. I gave up and put it in my DH's trunk in case he needs to lay on the ground to change a flat or something, LOL.
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I have the Fiskars ones, got them at walmart years ago, have made lots of rag quilts, they are just as sharp as the day I got them. I also use them when I need to cut close to the edge or seam on things, don't know what I'd do without them!
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