I recommend an 8 1/2" by 24" ruler, also a 3 1/2" x 18" ruler for cutting your pieces. I like the royal blue Dritz cutting mat. Later you could purchase a set of square-up rulers. I don't recommend spending a bunch of money on rotary cutters. I like Olfa but most of the others are just fine. A 28mm will get you started. If you want to make stack and whacks or cut many layers, you'll need to get a 60mm. If your machine sews a good, straight stitch, you're in business. I started on a 40 year old White sewing machine that I bought at a yard sale and used it for 3 years. Wait until you are absolutely hooked before you spend a bunch of money on a machine. Hope this helps.