If you are needing a new pair, but wondering where to start? Then we are here to help. Use this flow chart to help you decide. We have scissors for every budget.

Dressmaking scissors are worth the investment, with correct care they can last for decades. A pair of pinking sheers are also a valuable tool. Pinking sheers have a zig-zag cutting edge to prevent fabric edges from fraying.

We have Embroidery scissors in sizes from 60mm to 150mm. The Klasse Stork Superior is a favourite of ours, and each pair is finished in genuine gold plating and handcrafted in Italy. Beautiful to own and a pleasure to use, these fine handcrafted Italian scissors are the best of the best. These scissors make a great gift as does the Klasse fine gold Sewing Scissor Set in a Blue Velvet Gift Box.

On quilting and applique projects, a comfortable pair can help prevent hand fatigue and blisters. We enjoy using the Triumph Spring Form Soft Grip scissors as the ergonomic handle, and flat bottom makes cutting out squares straightforward. A pair of dressmaking scissors will help on larger projects such as patchwork we recommend the Mundial 203mm Heavy Duty Tailors Shears as they can last a lifetime. A rotary blade can also aid you on some projects.

Multiple purposes scissors are lighter in weight and can be used for a variety of projects. They are suitable for the hobbyist who does a little of everything.

We also have a range of left-hand scissors so that no-one has to go without a comfortable pair of scissors.

Is buying a good brand of scissors worth it?

In all honesty, yes. Seamstress’s that have been using the same pair of scissors for a decade will tell you that. The best advice we can give here would be to buy the best pair you can afford. You will have noticed that the Mundial scissors and Victorinox are more expensive than other options. The reason for this is that Mundial scissors begin with fine cutlery steel which is tempered, plated, ground, polished, adjusted, tested and inspected by cutlery artisans to meet exact quality standards. The result is scissors of uncompromising quality and will bring you years and years of cutting.

Mundial scissors are what our team use every day.