10 beautiful embroidery scissors

Give someone who enjoys stitching, sewing, or embroidering a pair of special embroidery scissors to celebrate their talent. There are so many beautiful embroidery accessories out there, and embroidery scissors are a key part of any stitcher’s arsenal. With a surprising amount of designs and styles, embroidery scissors are like little pieces of artwork themselves, and you won’t want to put them down!

From glistening flamingos to shining gold storks, you’ll find many styles of embroidery scissors on this list, suitable for all tastes. These embroidery scissors would make a special, small gift or stocking stuffer for someone special.

If you are looking for other stocking stuffers and stitching gifts, check out our embroidery gifts guide, packed full of gift inspiration. We also have this fab guide on needle minders, which make fabulous, smaller gifts.

What are embroidery scissors used for?

Embroidery scissors are small in size and sharp, which makes them ideal for delicate embroidery work. They are ideal for snipping and trimming fine threads and any other intricate snipping required.

10 beautiful embroidery scissors

1. Gold stork embroidery scissors

• Gold stork embroidery scissors, Lazy May Sewing Club, £6

The stork embroidery scissors are a popular choice among embroiderers, and we can see why! They’re delicate, whimsical, and we just can’t stop admiring them.

The imaginative design sees the beak of the stork as the blades of the scissors and the feet and wings leading down to the handle. These scissors are sharp and practical but also beautiful. What more could you want?

2. Floral vintage embroidery scissors

• Floral embroidery scissors, Etsy, from £12.78

These intricate scissors look as if they’ve fallen straight out of a fairytale. For those who love all things magical, these vintage scissors will make the perfect addition to your embroidery kit.

With delicate floral handles and sharp blades, they are the perfect mixture of classical beauty and modern practicality.

3. Rose gold folding embroidery scissors

• Rose gold folding embroidery scissors, Etsy, £5.03

For those who love to stitch on the move, these stylish folding embroidery scissors will fit comfortably in any bag or small kit. They are easy to fold up, and the point of the scissors is hidden, so they won’t catch on anything.

4. Colourful embroidery scissors

• Colourful embroidery scissors, Etsy, £10

These gorgeous pastel-coloured embroidery scissors will complete any modern embroidery kit. They make a great gift for anyone who loves bold colours and cute design.

These funky embroidery scissors have gold blades and are available in four different handle colours.

5. Skull embroidery scissors

• Skull embroidery scissors, Cult Pens, £10.80

These skull embroidery scissors would make the perfect gift for someone who loves all things alternative. These are certainly eye-catching and the perfect accessory for those who love a unique style of embroidery!

6. Flamingo embroidery scissors

• Flamingo embroidery scissors, Etsy, £12

Add a touch of tropical to your embroidery kit with these bright pink flamingo embroidery scissors. They would make a fabulous gift for flamingo fanatics and pink lovers alike; they would especially make a lovely stocking stuffer for the festive season.

7. Milward yarn ball embroidery scissors

• Yarn ball embroidery scissors, Amazon, £12.87

It’s not just cats that love yarn; we do too! These cute scissors are unique yet practical, making them the perfect addition to any stitcher’s kit. With a sharp blade and precision tip, they are ideal for even the most complex of cutting.

Treat your stitchy pal

If you’re looking for a gift, we do have a fantastic guide to the best embroidery machine, if the stitcher you know is looking to step up their game!

8. Rabbit embroidery scissors

• Rabbit embroidery scissors, Etsy, £31.95

These beautifully delicate embroidery scissors are a masterpiece; we could look at them all day! They have an aura of magic around them that makes us feel like we’ve fallen into Alice and Wonderland.

These would make a special gift and will add a touch of whimsy to that special someone’s day.

9. Clear and gold embroidery scissors

• Hemline embroidery scissors, Sew Pro Crafts, £13.99

These sleek, clear-handled embroidery scissors are ideal for anyone who wants to add a touch of class to their embroidery kit. They are ultra-modern and would make a fab gift for anyone who loves a minimalistic style.

10. Gothic vintage embroidery scissors

• Gothic embroidery scissors, Etsy, £11.36

Add a touch of gothic glam to your embroidery kit with these wonderfully dark embroidery scissors.

They are super detailed and remind us of Gothic architecture, or a wrought iron gate. Anyone who is a fan of vintage or gothic styles will adore these.

Choosing the right embroidery scissors for you!

We say one can not have too many embroidery scissors! But if you have to narrow it down, think about your style, your kit and which suits your personality. Is it bright and bold, minimalistic or vintage and gothic? There are plenty of styles to choose from.

Time to snip some threads with your new embroidery scissors

Now you’ve got your embroidery scissors sorted, it’s time to take on your next embroidery project! Try the wildflower embroidery, with plenty of colours, you won’t be short of opportunities to test out your new scissors!

Katie Dolan

Katie is an experienced craft writer. A self-taught crocheter, she enjoys exploring a range of crafts. When she’s not writing about crafts or lifestyle, you’ll usually find her with a good book or at the cinema.

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