These are classic stork embroidery scissors from LYKKE Crafts, gold-plated in 24 karat. They're made in Italy from carbon steel, which is hard and wears well, so the blades stay sharp for a long time.
The stork shape has a long history in sewing and embroidery. The long, fine blades form the stork's beak, which lets you snip a yarn tail close to the fabric without catching the knitting around it.
They're a small luxury: a tool you'll use every day, for trimming ends and cutting yarn, that's nicer to pick up than a pair of utility scissors. They make a lovely gift for any knitter, crocheter or stitcher.
Good for
- Trimming woven-in ends close to the fabric
- Snipping yarn at the end of a project
- Embroidery and cross-stitch
- A gift that feels special
Using it
Use these for yarn and thread only. Cutting paper, tape or wire dulls fine blades quickly. When trimming ends, pull the tail gently away from the fabric and cut close; the fine tips let you get in without cutting a stitch.
Looking after it
Wipe the blades after use and keep them dry, since carbon steel can rust. Store them in a sheath or pouch so the points are protected and they don't scratch other tools. A drop of oil at the pivot now and then keeps the action smooth.
