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“Why can’t I use fabric scissors to cut paper?”

Why can't I use fabric scissors to cut paper

If you’re into sewing, you know that fabric scissors are like your trusty sidekick. Fabric scissors are also known by the following names: tailor’s scissors or fabric shears.

Whichever name they go by, they make cutting through fabric a breeze, ensuring your cuts are clean and precise. But have you ever thought about using them to cut non-fabric items like paper, plastic, medium to heavyweight interfacing, or even bag straps? As tempting as it may be, using fabric scissors for this purpose is not a good idea, and here’s why:

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