This technique is similar to cutting sandpaper, only you use aluminum foil. Again, this will hone slightly dull scissors, but it won’t sharpen scissors with very dull or damaged blades. Start by tearing off a piece of foil that’s about 12 inches long. Then, fold the foil sheet several...
Rotary tools also do a great job at sharpening scissors. You can find them at a hardware store. If you decide to follow this method, make sure you also have a vise (or can improvise one) or someone to help you hold the shears in place. Start by positioning your kitchen scissors uprigh...
attention of a skilled sharpener. It is also possible for scissors to be sharpened at home, if you are comfortable with a whetstone. When you do sharpen scissors, you may want to think about the value of the scissors, as high quality scissors are worth the effort, while cheaper scissors ...
Cut strips of the aluminum foil with your scissors until you have cut the entirety of the thick aluminum strip. Use full scissor strokes, cutting beginning at the base of the scissors and extending to the tip. Depending on the width of the strips you cut, you can sharpen your scissors bla...