Each year I travel to America from Kuwait and packing my crochet is one of the first things I do! I have avoided taking scissors for years so as not to have any problems going through security. I usually take a box of dental floss and use that as a cutter, but this year I wanted something better!
I was shopping at my local craft store and I happen to find a friend there, Tammy of TS Daily Treasures, who has a wonderful blog that I highly recommend you check out! She told me that she bought one of these decorative Clover cutters and she wears it as a necklace when she travels. I loved the idea of a cutter that could also be a fashion accessory! I bought 2 -a smaller one for threads, and a larger one for yarn. I put them both on a crocheted cord sample I had in my stash. Does anyone recognize it? It is from the Pretty Popcorn Vest pattern I designed for the Crocheting Clothes Kids Love book. I am always excited to find multiple uses for things. The cord helps it from getting lost in my bag. It cuts so smoothly and they come in gold or silver. The smaller one cuts yarn quite well. I think the larger one is great for car trips as airport security may have a problem with it because more of the blade is showing.
Some people have told me that these are not allowed by TSA, but I have taken the smaller one on several trips through security with no problems. It is best to check the regulations in your country before taking them on board!
Some people have told me that these are not allowed by TSA, but I have taken the smaller one on several trips through security with no problems. It is best to check the regulations in your country before taking them on board!
You might want to consider taking small scissors instead. In the US, the TSA does not allow these circular cutters to be in your carry-on bags. You may take a small pair of scissors which are under 4 inches in length. The circular cutters must be in your checked bag. Different countries may have different rules and so you may want to check the regulations for the countries you will be traveling to or through. Safe travels! http://blog.tsa.gov/2013/11/tsa-travel-tips-tuesday-knitting.html
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ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment onhazier. I have taken the smaller one on several trips through security without any problems. You are right, it is best to check the rules in your country before traveling with one.
ReplyDeleteI take my yarn cutter internationally and domestically and have never, ever had a problem. :)
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