How to Cut PowerPro for Clean Ends?

[MSC]

I finally got some powerpro recently (thanks, Pattye!) but I can't seem to trim the ends for a nice clean edge without tearing the thread and making a mess. Thus far I've tried my little thread scissors (WOW no), regular scissors (worked the best, but still not good), and my really nice sheet metal shears (did not work at all). How do you all cut the thread without fraying the ends? I've got some pearls with small holes and the frayed ends just don't work well for threading them.

 

[Pearl Dreams]

I use a razor/ utility/ box cutter knife. Works great! And it lets you get into close spaces.
The kind that let you snap off segments to advance a new, sharp segment are especially useful. Like these:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...58-68c9-4ebb-be92-6d6b410da564&pf_rd_i=553240

You can also use a Thread Zap but to be honest, I use the razor knife more, and it doesn't require batteries.

 

[lilliefuzzysocks]

I used nail clippers but would have used a razor blade if I could have found one. I completely forgot about the box cutter which I have many of with new blades.

 

[MSC]

Box cutter it is!

 

[pattye]

Yes, razor blade or exacto for me also! That cutter from Amazon looks really excellent, too!

 

[Katbran]

I use the box cutter but I also just lightly touch the ends with a Thread Zapper and that seals it.

 

[amti]

I've only strung one strand using PP and also used a utility knife. I pulled at the loose end while cutting near the pearl and it made a very clean and easy cut. Good luck!

 

[LLoydsJewelry]

Thread end zapper is my favorite for this. You can melt the stub back down to knot for a great knot seal.

LLoyd

https://www.etsy.com/shop/LloydsJewelry