But it’s more than that!
Protection of the scissor tips and blades may be a sheath’s obvious and perhaps primary purpose, but it’s not its only purpose.
The sheath protects everything around the scissors, too.
Scissors, after all, are sharp. Drop of pair of embroidery scissors, unsheathed, into your embroidery project bag, and you risk damage not only to the scissors, but to the stuff in the bag and to the bag itself.
The sheath doesn’t have to be some fancy-schmancy thing. Sure, the higher the price of the scissors, if they come with a sheath, the more likely it’s going to be a nicer sheath of some sort. But I’m not picky when it comes to a sheath.
If it’s a plastic casing that fits over the blades, that’s ok! Leatherette, vinyl, synthetic something or other – it’s fine! Sufficient unto the scissors is the sheath thereof. As long as the sheath covers the blades, keeping them and everything around them in good condition, I’m happy.
If your scissors don’t have a sheath, you can always make your own, too. It’s really just two pieces of (something) sewn (or glued) together that will cover the scissor blades snuggly, without falling off.
Most needlework shops will have sheaths on hand for scissor purchases, or sheaths for sale. Sometimes, the sheath is swag for the shop, and when you make a scissor purchase, they include a sheath with the shop’s name on them. That’s great!
So, next time you’re in the market for a pair of embroidery scissors, don’t hesitate to ask, “Where’s the sheath?” I have shown this little tool in the past. This little silicone keeper sits by my machine at all times. The scissors, seam rippers, etc that I use with every project, every stitch are stored here. Snips, fit in easily and the little compartments expand to suit what ever you choose. These are available in many quilt shops and online, I got mine on Amazon. 
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