How to Shorten a Skewer Using Scissors

Ever ran into a skewer that had frayed edges, or just want a few to be a little shorter? No need to break out the wood saw- you can shorten it right in your kitchen! All you need is the following:

Materials:

• Skewer(s) you desire to shorten
• 1 standard-sized pair of scissors
• 1 piece of sand paper

Place the skewer in between the blades of your pair of scissors at the point where you wish to cut.

Close the scissors until they partially cut through the wood of the skewer. DO NOT attempt to actually cut the skewer; doing so may result in injuries.

Twist the skewer around while inside the scissors until it looks similar from all sides to the image shown above.

Gently break the cut area off the skewer. If the area does not break easily, repeat Step 3 until it does.

Use your sandpaper to remove any rough texture or splinters.

Here's what the final product should look like. Happy barbecuing!