I love Ginghers but did buy my first of Kai scissors at the Round Bobbin last Friday. I do a lot of McKenna Ryan patterns and cutting skills are essential but having the right pair of scissors is the most important tool to achieving success with her patterns. I used them to cut out a few horses and they were wonderful to use. I wouldn't trade my Ginghers for anything but these smaller Kai's are great for the intricate cutting needed for what I am doing. I also bought a Martelli cutter, well worth the $20 I spent and it also is easy on the hands/wrist, too.