I have lots of pairs of scissors, but the ones I use the most are the three in this picture. The ones on the left are my all time favorites. They are about 5 1/4" long and I keep them at my sewing machine for snipping threads, clipping curves, etc. The middle ones were purchased at JoAnne's with a 40% off coupon. They are so pretty and I use them when I am hand sewing. The ones on the right are just fun because they have a chicken on them! Found them at a quilt show.
My favorite rotary cutter is an ergonomic 45mm Olfa. My favorite ruler is 8 1/2 X 24"--it is great for cutting border fabrics.
I have more patterns than I could ever make-but they are all great inspirations!