![]() Maybe 1" blade.wrapped packing tape around the blades. "Took a tiny pair of scissors with my knitting. Never had a problem with rotary cutter or pins." - Bobbi I never take my super expensive scissors just to be safe. The Fiskar scissors once in a while get pulled out by TSA to get their metal blades measured and they pass if they are under 4 inches. "Yes I have taken Pins, Fiskars Scissors, stork embroidery scissors and rotary cutters. Believe me, I empty my purse out the day before any flight and get rid of anything that looks the least bit sharp." - Terri "I very nearly got arrested for forgetting I had a tiny sewing kit in my handbag - complete with a pair of 1 1/2" scissors so dull they wouldn't cut butter. If I take scissors it's usually a pair of cuticle scissors." - Becky You can put in needles a bobbin with thread on it and you can use the cutter on it to cut thread. Here are a few of the other comments from our Facebook audience about taking scissors on airplanes: Once again, the final decision is made by the TSA officer checking your items. The image of the thread cutter below is courtesy of Lindsay. However I tend to bring this thread cutter with me instead of scissors just to avoid hassle." Lindsay, a fan of our AllFreeSewing Facebook page says, "I've brought cross stitch and needlepoint on planes with no issues. However, we have heard from several crafters that certain thread cutters are allowed through, such as the Clover Thread Cutter, which can be worn as a necklace as you sew (remove it for security), can be taken as a carry-on. You are permitted to keep scissors smaller than 4 inches in your carry-on baggage." TSA says, "Circular thread cutters or any other cutter or needlepoint tools that contain blades must be placed in checked baggage. They state, "If packed in carry-on, they must be less than 4 inches from the pivot point."Īlong with this: "Any sharp objects in checked bags should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors." According to the Transportation Security Administration's website,Ĭarry On Bags: Yes (Special Instructions - see below) Yes, you can take scissors on planes, though there are restrictions.
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