A seam ripper is one of the most important sewing tools.

I always thought it was just there for aesthetic purposes and nothing else.

Turns out, it has a function!

The Secret of the Red Ball on Your Seam Ripper

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But sometimes people still use this method to cut rows of stitches which is wrong.

It is not the proper way to use a seam ripper.

This can destroy your fabric.

How to Use the Seam Ripper (1)

Next, insert the ball between the two fabrics.

ensure the blade is against the stitches.

This will cut through the whole line of stitches.

How to Properly Use the Seam Ripper

The Secret of the Red Ball on Your Seam Ripper

The secret use of the red ball on your seam ripper