It’s a simple thing that many of us overlook or simply forget about, but keeping your tools clean can help keep them looking and working like new.
Scissors in particular can suffer when not properly maintained. A quick and effective tip is to clean your scissors with plain old rubbing alcohol. A quick rub down after every use can remove gunk and glue residue, keeping them sharp and cutting like new.
One more tip for keeping your scissors in tip top shape is to take care of the pivot screw. Sometimes water and other substances can get in there and cause them to stick. A good way to prevent this is to regularly oil the pivot screw with sewing machine oil. This helps lubricate and clean the pivot screw, ensuring many years of flawless performance!