Snips, also known as shears, are hand tools used to cut sheet metal and other tough webs. There are two broad categories: tinner`s snips, which are similar to common scissors, and compound-action snips, which use a compound leverage handle system to increase the mechanical advantage. ==Types== ===Tinner snips=== Tinner`s snips, also known as tin..... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snips
Very small cutting tool somewhat resembling scissors used to snip threads. Not meant for cutting fabric patterns. Usually used with hand sewing or portable projects. Found on http://www.thesewingdictionary.com/