EZ Hook n' Snip Scissors by Sookie Sews Scissors Use with punch needle embroidery

Use with punch needle embroidery or rug punching

from 16th Century Islam through to the Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th Century

Whether you are just beginning with embroidery or are a seasoned stitcher

with stunning photography and expert insight

with the assumption that you’re able to learn the mechanics of the stitch on your own (either online or books)

EZ Hook n' Snip Scissors by Sookie Sews Scissors Use with punch needle embroideryThese scissors are indispensable! Originally made for machine embroiderers, these little snips are wonderful for trimming threads off. The hook helps you "grab" what you need to cut before slicing through. I tried these on a whim and they've quickly become a favorite.