Embroidery Scissors

The Best Embroidery Scissors For Thread Trimming and Precise Cutting.

Embroidery Scissors are the smallest member of the sewing scissor family, designed for precise cutting and thread trimming. Ideal for needlework like embroidery, cross stitch, needlepoint, sashiko, or hand quilting, these small scissors feature blades that come to a fine point for precise, accurate cutting. They’re most commonly used for trimming threads but also come in handy for small fabric cuts like trimming away excess fabric from a seam or embroidery hoop, cutting out applique designs, opening buttonholes, and cutting yarn for knitting or crochet. Several embroidery scissor styles are available; for hand sewing, choose between standard scissors with a straight blade or curved embroidery scissors with a slight bend at the tip that allows you to cut closer to the fabric. For machine embroidery, we offer double-curved embroidery scissors, which are bent to allow you to reach into tight spaces (like under the presser foot) more easily. Shop all embroidery scissors here to find the perfect clippers for threads and small cuts in your projects.

Frequently Asked Questions About Embroidery Scissors

What are embroidery scissors?

Embroidery scissors are small scissors (about 6” or shorter) with blades that end in a sharp point. They’re used in embroidery and other needlework to trim threads or make small fabric cuts.

Which embroidery scissors are used for machine embroidery?

Double-curved embroidery scissors are used with machine embroidery; they feature a deep bend that allows the user to maneuver the scissors over the hoop and under the sewing machine presser foot, as well as a curved tip that lets you cut very closely to the surface of your work.