These are the Best Craft & Embroidery Scissors around! If you don't fall in love with them I will give you your money back! They have six holding points and sit beautifully in your hand (left or right) and cut with complete accuracy and steadiness. They are absolutely essential for decoupage. I back that up with my money back guarantee if you don't like them. The cutting length of the blades is 1" (25mm) & are very sharp! This is a PaperCuts Janome Kai ambidextrous scissors made from specially hardened surgical stainless steel with fine points for great accuracy. These are the best scissors for all your embroidery, needlework, decoupage, cardmaking & scrapbooking needs - once you've tried them you will use no other brand! Janome & its world renowned Japanese parent company Kai have been making sewing machines, scissors and craft products for many years and their quality and reliability is recognised by everyone who uses their products.