Tools in Fashion Accessories and Their Uses

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What are scissors used for?

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Cutting paper, fabric, and thread ends.

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Why should you keep one pair of scissors sharp for fabric and another for paper?

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Cutting paper can blunt scissors.

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What are cookie cutters used for?

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Cutting shapes out of polymer clay slabs.

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What is a craft knife used for?

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Highly precise and controlled cutting of thin, lightweight materials.

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What is a ruler used for?

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Measurement and drawing straight lines.

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Which type of ruler is typically better, metal or plastic?

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Metal ruler.

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What is a tape measure handy for?

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Measuring curved surfaces, like your wrist for a bracelet.

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What type of pliers are used to grip parts and close jump rings?

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Curved chain-nose pliers.

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What is the advantage of short-nose pliers?

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Greater strength and stability.

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What do crimping pliers do?

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Protect your beading wire to crimp tubes easily.