55 Secret Features of Things We Use Everyday That We Only Learned Recently

Many kitchen scissors have a notch in the blade. Most of us probably ignore this feature, assuming it’s just a completely random design choice. However, this notch is actually a well-thought-out feature that helps make everyday tasks a little easier. That notch is intended for things like flower stems and chicken bones. 

The notch holds these round objects in place. If you’ve ever tried to cut stems with scissors, you know how inconvenient it can be. The stems often roll out and slide around, making it next to impossible to cut. Now that you know about this secret notch, you can cut things without the usual feelings of frustration.