What fabricators should know about handheld cutting tools

Published On: March 1, 2026Categories: Features

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A hand holds silver scissors cutting through patterned fabric on a wooden surface.
Right-handed blades allow right-handed users to see their line/pattern because the top blade does not block the user’s sightline. Photo: Fiskars® Brand Inc.

There is no one-size-fits-all cutting tool. The right option needs to fit the hand using it, whether it is large or small, left or right. The blades must be sharp and durable, enabling professional-quality cuts of thick and weather-resistant materials without slipping, blunting or fraying. Still, the tool should be easy enough […]