Scissors
Shop tailor scissors, dressmaking shears and heavy duty fabric scissors for dressmaking, tailoring, upholstery, leather and carpet.
Choose from premium J2 steel tailor scissors (10" and 12"), all-black professional tailor scissors in 8", 10" and 12", heavy duty sewing scissors with grip handles, money-saving 2, 3 and 5-piece scissor sets, left-handed tailor shears (8" and 10"), 3.5" stork embroidery scissors and cuticle nippers.
From £4.99, with free UK delivery and dispatch from Birmingham within 1 working day. Buy any 2 scissors and save 10% – the discount is applied automatically in your basket.
Buying guides: Best Tailor Scissors UK: Which Size? · 8" or 10" Tailor's Scissors? How to Choose
Tailor & dressmaking scissors: FAQs
What size dressmaking scissors should I buy?
8" scissors are easy to control for curves and smaller pieces. 10" is the most popular all-round size for dressmaking. 12" shears make long, straight cuts through thicker or layered fabric quicker.
Which scissors are best for upholstery, leather and carpet?
Choose our heavy duty tailor scissors or the premium J2 steel shears in 10" or 12". Their longer, thicker blades are made for heavier materials.
Do you sell left-handed tailor scissors?
Yes – true left-handed tailor shears in 10", and as an 8" and 10" set. The blades are reversed so you can see your cutting line.
Is it worth buying a scissor set?
A set gives you a size for each job and costs less than buying the scissors one by one. Our sets come in 2, 3 and 5-piece options.
How do I keep fabric scissors sharp?
Use them only on fabric, as paper and card blunt the blades quickly. Wipe the blades after use and store them dry.
How quickly will my order arrive?
UK delivery is free and orders are dispatched within 1 working day. Trade and wholesale orders for workrooms and schools are welcome.
Choose the right scissors
- Premium tailor scissors – our top range, including forged J2 steel 10" shears and 12" professional shears, for tailors who cut every day.
- All Black professional range – 8", 10" and 12" shears with black grip handles, plus 3-piece and 5-piece sets.
- Heavy-duty sewing scissors – 8", 10" and 12" shears in silver, grip-handle and red-grip styles for fabric, upholstery, carpet and leather.
- Scissor sets – 2- and 3-size sets that cover detail work through to long cuts, better value than buying separately.
- Left-handed tailor shears – 8" and 10" shears with a true left-handed blade alignment, so you can see the cutting line.
- Hairdressing scissors – J2 steel cutting set and 30-tooth thinning scissors for barbers and stylists.
- Embroidery scissors and nail care – small stork scissors for threads and needlework, and a stainless steel cuticle nipper.
Which size of tailor shears?
8" shears are easy to control for detailed work and everyday dressmaking. 10" shears suit most fabrics and longer cuts. 12" shears are best for large pattern pieces, heavy multi-layer fabrics, carpet and upholstery. If you cut a bit of everything, a set gives you the right size for every job.
Left-handed? Use left-handed shears
Standard scissors hide the cutting line from a left-handed user and push the blades apart, so the fabric folds instead of cutting cleanly. True left-handed shears have the blades reversed, giving a clear view of the line and a clean cut.
Looking after your scissors
Keep fabric scissors for fabric only, wipe the blades clean and dry after use, and store them closed. A drop of oil on the pivot now and then keeps the action smooth.
Why buy from Tools Master UK
- Free UK delivery, dispatched within 1 working day
- 100% positive feedback from our eBay buyers
- 30-day returns
- UK company – questions answered by phone or email