I have RA so can relate to what you are saying. I splurged and bought the Accuquilt Studio. Best investment I have made since I started quilting. It cuts the cutting time down by so much but the best part is it's accurate! I buy dies as I can afford them and am always looking for a sale on them. I am working on a tumbler block quilt right now and using the tumbler die I cut the entire quilt in a couple hours. You won't be sorry.