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Karen Kay Buckley Perfect Scissors — fabric that stays put while you cut
Karen Kay Buckley Perfect Scissors, Large 7-3/4 in (Purple)
Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose
Perfect for
- Trimming and appliqué
- Slippery fabrics
- Right or left hand
- Under $40
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Why this gift works
Karen Kay Buckley Perfect Scissors in the large size are 7-3/4 inches long with 2-7/8-inch micro-serrated blades of Japanese high-carbon steel. The serrations grip the fabric so it does not slip, and the retailer says they cut up to eight layers. The comfort handles are designed for right- and left-handed cutting, the tension can be adjusted, and they come with a protective cover. This listing is the purple large pair, item KKBPSL.
Every quilter needs a pair of scissors that only ever cuts fabric, and serrated blades make trimming appliqué shapes and slippery fabrics more accurate. They are a classic quilting-world gift.
Who is this gift for?
Great for
- An appliqué quilter
- Someone sewing slippery fabrics
- A quilter whose scissors are dull
Think twice if
- They already own a pair
- They want knife-edge blades
The catch
The listing says to oil the blades now and then and keep them closed and covered; several similar Karen Kay Buckley listings exist, so check for item KKBPSL; and the listing carries a California Prop 65 warning.
Skip if they already have a dedicated pair of serrated fabric scissors.
Key specs
| Brand | Karen Kay Buckley |
|---|---|
| Model | Perfect Scissors, large, purple (KKBPSL) |
| Length | 7-3/4 in overall |
| Blade | 2-7/8 in micro-serrated, Japanese high-carbon steel |
| Capacity | Up to 8 layers (retailer) |
| Handles | Comfort handles, right or left hand |
| Included | Protective cover |
Worth knowing before you buy
- The knife-edge version (KKB027) is a different product.
- A tension screw lets them adjust the feel.
Why we like it
- Micro-serrated blades grip fabric
- Cuts several layers
- Works in either hand
- Protective cover included
What to look for in fabric scissors
- Blade edge. Serrated blades grip fabric; knife edges cut smoother on light fabric.
- Size. Large scissors trim and cut; small ones suit thread and appliqué.
- Care. Keep them for fabric only and covered when not in use.
Questions people ask
7-3/4 inches overall, with 2-7/8-inch blades.
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