Creative Grid Rulers are a necessity in my sewing room they do not slip and have easy markings to see. Other than making sure I have enough fabric for the quilt I am working on I would not purchase anything else I did not need until I do need it. There are many ways to batt a quilt....everyone does not pin baste and joining a guild will help you with things like this. fabric, rulers, mat, cutter, pins, seam ripper, 1/4" foot, iron and ironing board, will get you started. As time goes on and you will see other quilters and what they use and decide for yourself if this is for you. Happy Quilting!!!