{"title":"KAI Scissors NZ","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop genuine \u003cstrong\u003eKAI scissors in New Zealand\u003c\/strong\u003e at Direct Sewing. Our collection includes precision embroidery scissors, thread snips, everyday dressmaking shears, left-handed scissors and professional tailor’s shears for sewing, quilting, garment construction and textile work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKAI is a respected Japanese cutting-tool brand known for producing smooth, sharp and comfortable fabric scissors. The range offers options for delicate trimming and detailed embroidery through to long, powerful shears designed for cutting larger sections of fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKAI’s popular 5000 Series combines fine stainless-steel blades with lightweight, comfortable handles for everyday sewing and dressmaking. For professional and high-volume use, the heavy-duty 7000 Series uses durable molybdenum vanadium stainless steel engineered for lasting sharpness and reliable cutting performance. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose smaller KAI scissors for embroidery, appliqué, thread trimming and close detail work, or larger dressmaking and tailor’s shears for cutting garment fabrics, quilting cotton, lining and multiple layers. 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