Jill Cooper

The Tree

I’m 71 and have been crafting in one way or another for as long as I can remember. I don’t think I ever go into my studio to create without using scissors. Whether it’s cutting wool for rug hooking or applique, cutting thread or ribbon for embroidery, cutting paper to cover handmade boxes or books, or cutting cotton for making primitive dolls – scissors do it! Right now I have about 18 pairs – a good many of which are Fiskars. I like them because the handles are always comfortable. I made and gave away 450 face masks during covid so comfort was really important. I also can’t resist a vintage pair of scissors if I see them in an antique store.