{"id":65867,"date":"2022-08-27T03:51:28","date_gmt":"2022-08-27T07:51:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=65867"},"modified":"2022-08-27T03:51:31","modified_gmt":"2022-08-27T07:51:31","slug":"using-pinking-shears","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/using-pinking-shears\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Top Tips for Using Pinking Shears"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using.jpg\" alt=\"using pinking shears\" class=\"wp-image-65906 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using.jpg 940w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using-300x251.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using-500x419.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using-768x644.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using-150x126.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using-250x210.jpg 250w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 940px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 940\/788;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using.jpg\" alt=\"using pinking shears\" class=\"wp-image-65906\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using.jpg 940w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using-300x251.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using-500x419.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using-768x644.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using-150x126.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/5-top-tips-for-using-250x210.jpg 250w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For people who are very fond of creating garments, pinking shears are a great tool to include in your sewing kit. While they may not be the most basic ones needed for starters, it is definitely a must-have for those who have already acquired more advanced skills and have completed some sewing projects.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We've listed here the 5 top tips for using your pinking shears:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"433\" height=\"650\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-433x650.jpg\" alt=\"using pinking shears\" class=\"wp-image-65907 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-433x650.jpg 433w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-scaled.jpg 1707w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 433px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 433\/650;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"433\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-433x650.jpg\" alt=\"using pinking shears\" class=\"wp-image-65907\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-433x650.jpg 433w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_45046015-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 433px) 100vw, 433px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>1. Be cautious in choosing the perfect pair of pinking shears.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Make sure that you get pinking shears that are of the best quality. You can check its quality through its ball joints and if they have handles that are not hard to grip on. Their sizes are about eight to nine inches long. Once you choose quality pinking shears, you can be guaranteed of their durability.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"335\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-500x335.jpg\" alt=\"using pinking shears\" class=\"wp-image-65908 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-500x335.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/335;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-500x335.jpg\" alt=\"using pinking shears\" class=\"wp-image-65908\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-500x335.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_137248271.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>2. Use pinking shears to finish the raw edges of your sewn fabric.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The most convenient and time-saving way to finally smoothen the rough edges when trying to complete a sewing task is to use pinking shears. This is very helpful, especially if there is no serger available. Pinking shears have &#8216;teeth' in a triangular shape, which produces a zigzag cut to your fabric. Not only to prevent fraying in fabrics, but they also work well to cut the curves for they have the same effect as clipping the seam allowance to make it lie flat.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>3. The proper way to cut fabric with pinking shears is to make sure that they are being held straight.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cutting any fabric with your pinking shears in this manner will produce your desired output. Once you have made your initial cut, you can try to make a small entry through the shears and make sure that the teeth are straightened precisely along when you do the final notch then slowly put back the pair of blades again. Maintain this manner of cutting to achieve a neat finished edge. Do not forget to have the seam stitched before cutting the edges so you can have enough extra seam that gives you a cleaner result.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"using pinking shears\" class=\"wp-image-65909 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/334;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"using pinking shears\" class=\"wp-image-65909\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shutterstock_116683141.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>4. Be patient enough to cut one layer at a time to achieve a more precise and clean edge on your fabric.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You may try to put a weighted object on top of the fabric while cutting to make it more stable.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>5. Never use your pinking shears on other types of materials aside from fabric, as it will cause the blades to turn dull.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We don't recommend storing your pinking shears with other items made of metal in one container as it loses its sharpness. But in the case when they eventually become dull, it would help a lot if you bring them to a professional who can sharpen their blades.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here's some more information on how to care for your sewing scissors and about whether you can <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/cut-paper-with-sewing-scissors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cut paper with your sewing scissors<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-so-sew-easy wp-block-embed-so-sew-easy\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"34w5k0mwA3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/cut-paper-with-sewing-scissors\/\">Can you cut paper with your sewing scissors?<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content lazyload\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Can you cut paper with your sewing scissors?&#8221; &#8212; So Sew Easy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/cut-paper-with-sewing-scissors\/embed\/#?secret=z8Ze9AhWHB#?secret=34w5k0mwA3\" data-secret=\"34w5k0mwA3\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you have other ways on how to best use your pinking shears, we would be glad to hear from you!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you're looking for a new pair of pinking shears, here are a couple of good options from Amazon.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit0\";\namzn_assoc_search_bar = \"true\";\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"soseea-20\";\namzn_assoc_search_bar_position = \"bottom\";\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"search\";\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\namzn_assoc_title = \"Shop Related Products\";\namzn_assoc_default_search_phrase = \"pinking shears\";\namzn_assoc_default_category = \"ArtsAndCrafts\";\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"eefcc51bf5105851a35ad86fd3d8484f\";\namzn_assoc_default_browse_node = \"2617941011\";\n<\/script>\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2>If You'd Like To Support Our Site<\/h2>\r\nIf you want to help us continue to bring you a wide selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/free-sewing-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free sewing patterns<\/a> and projects, please consider buying us a coffee.\u00a0 We'd really, really appreciate it.\r\n\r\n<center><div class=\"ko-fi-button\" data-text=\"Buy me a coffee!\" data-color=\"#ff5f5f\" data-code=\"\" id=\"kofiShortcode485Html\" style=\"float: none; text-align: left;\"><\/div><\/center>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For people who are very fond of creating garments, pinking shears are a great tool to include in your sewing kit. 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