How to Use a Seam Ripper

How to Use a Seam Ripper

Learn how to safely remove unwanted or unnecessary stitches from our in-house sewing expert across our assortment of Dritz seam rippers. Methods for open, pressed seams, top-stitched stitches, serger stitches, and hidden stitches are all explained in our How to Use a Seam Ripper video tutorial. 

Download our How to Use a Seam Ripper Technique Tutorial for additional instructions on our assortment of Dritz seam rippers. 

Need help deciding which seam ripper is best for you? Watch our How to Choose a Seam Ripper video tutorial. 

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5110|Dritz Small Seam Ripper 5110|Dritz Small Seam Ripper
from $11.79
from $11.79
$11.79
Get the Dritz Ergonomic Seam Ripper to complete your sewing kit. This package includes one seam ripper featuring a conical shape with soft finger grips that provide a comfortable grip and lessens s...
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610931|Prym Ergonomic Small Seam Ripper 610931|Prym Ergonomic Small Seam Ripper
$5.49
$5.49
$5.49
This seam ripper is characterized by its sharpness, the ball point and the ergonomically shaped handle. It allows for very easy ripping of fabric seams without cramping or tiring. The soft recessed...
640|Dritz Curved Blade Seam Ripper, Thumb Hold 640|Dritz Curved Blade Seam Ripper, Thumb Hold
$8.89
$8.89
$8.89
Remove stitches quickly and easily with the Dritz Curved Blade Seam Ripper. Featuring a large handle with a soft grip and a thumb hold for better control, this seam ripper is easy to work with and ...
638|Dritz Deluxe Seam Ripper, Heavy Duty Blade 638|Dritz Deluxe Seam Ripper, Heavy Duty Blade
$4.59
$4.59
$4.59
Dritz Deluxe Seam Ripper is a large sized seam ripper with a handle that is easy to grip. It comes with a clear plastic cap, a safety ball to protect fabric and it's made from hardened steel to las...

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