I just had to add my 2 cents. I bought a pair of shears at Walmart for about $15.00 that have 9" long blades, and an adjustable tension key, so I can cut anything with them. The Brand name is Westcott, and they are called Titanium Extreme Edge. I love them almost as much as my Gingher applique scissors. I mark batting with a ruler and fine tip sharpie pen in a light, blending, color, then cut until tired, rest, cut some more. Great T.V. time work.