Pinking Shears

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Need an easy way to help prevent a woven fabric from fraying? Pinking shears are the way to go. These zigzag scissors feature uniquely shaped blades that cut a jagged, zigzag edge. They’re commonly used on woven fabrics to quickly finish a fabric edge or seam allowance and prevent excessive fraying or unraveling. The jagged edges of the blades essentially make lots of small bias cuts, which limit the amount that the weft and warp threads can unravel. This finishing method is most effective for tightly woven fabrics; pinking may be less effective on loose-weave or open-weave fabrics and is not recommended for cutting knit fabrics. Pinking scissors or shears can also be used to create a decorative edge for projects like crafts, costumes, or scrapbooking. Choose from several styles of pinking scissors and shears, including soft-handled shears, easy-action scissors, and several lengths of standard pinking shears. Shop them all here to find the best pinking shears for fabric finishing and more!

Frequently Asked Questions About Pinking Shears

What are pinking shears used for?

Pinking shears are used to cut a zigzag edge on fabrics. This can be for decorative purposes for things like crafts and costumes, or to help prevent a woven fabric edge from fraying.

Can you sharpen pinking shears?

Many professional scissor sharpening services are able to sharpen pinking scissors and shears.

How can I stop fabric from fraying without sewing?

One quick finishing method for woven fabrics is to cut the raw fabric edge with pinking shears. These zigzag scissors create a jagged edge that limits fraying and unraveling. However, this technique only works with woven fabrics and may be less effective on open-weave or loosely woven fabrics.