Sharpen Scissors by Cutting Aluminum Foil

The Problem

Kitchen scissors get dull over time and start crushing herbs instead of cutting them.

The Hack

Tear off a 12-inch sheet of aluminum foil. Fold it over itself 6-8 times to create a thick multi-layered pad. Cut through the folded foil with the dull scissors 10-15 times.

Why It Works

Cutting through layered aluminum foil essentially hones the blade edge. The foil's slight abrasiveness realigns the metal edge, similar to how a honing steel works on a knife.

Pro Tips

• This works for craft scissors, kitchen shears, and sewing scissors
• It's honing, not grinding — it realigns the edge but won't fix damaged blades
• Do this every month for consistently sharp scissors
• Sandpaper folded and cut has an even stronger sharpening effect