I think my favorite 'tool' is the June Tailor mat that is a pressing board on the other side. I never use the mat because they dull blades, but I love the pressing side. If I am in a class, I can lay out my blocks, stick a pin in them, and they are good to carry home. I can carry the whole thing over to my machine...everything is all laid out...and I am ready to pick up where I left off! :)