Holiday Gift Guide, vol. 2

Scissors, perhaps?
The Slip-n-Snip folding scissors are very useful things to have around and make a wonderful gift. As scissors go, these are some of the more child-safe that we sell, provided that child has enough strength to unfold (them and enough sense not to try and swallow them). A person can run their finger over the edge safely, and not have to rush for bandages. I used my pair mainly to carry for my knitting and embroidery; the Slip-n-Snips fit nicely in my pocket and I didn't have to worry about accidentally poking a hole or catching the yarn with sharp edges tumbling around in my bag. Comes in a gold gift-box. $7.95


On the other hand, if you wanted some folding scissors that are sharp and slick, these beauties from Dovo would be right up your alley. Unlike the Slip-n-Snips, these fold up in a way that protects the edges of the blade, as well as the points. Comes with a fitted leather sheath. $60.00


Kitchen Scissors are always useful. Our favorites are the Tricky 777s. This scissor comes apart for easy cleaning. It also makes it easier to use the scissors to curl ribbon. Other features are a cap lifter, bottle opener, jar lid gripper, and cutting notch. The notch works really well for cutting flowers, though it's designed for chicken bones. My mom prefers the red ones, because they're easier to spot on the counter. $34.95


Speaking of flowers, do you have a florist in your life? Or someone who does flower arrangements or wreaths and needs a good sharp pair of scissors that can cut things from slender stems to tough wire? If that's the case, then these forged shears from Cutrite would be ideal. We're not just putting this up here because it's a pretty picture that we were the hand model for, honest. $29.95