Cutting Tools for Scrapbooking

First and foremost you need a paper trimmer. It should be large enough to cut the standard 12 inch square cardstock and paper. If you can afford one that has interchangeable rotary blades that can cut scallops, pinking, deckle and other fancy edges, thais would be ideal. Some of the trimmers also come with scoring wheels to mark cardstock for folding when making mini scrapbooks, envelopes or greeting cards.

You will also need a pair of sharp, pointed paper scissors for cutting smaller bits and fancy shapes. Choose a pair that you feel comfortable with and has very sharp points for getting into tight corners and for cutting small detail and make sure that they are only used for cutting paper.

Fancy scissors that cut novelty edges are also useful for cutting pretty scallops, fringes, pinking, deckle etc. on the edges of paper and cardstock.

A craft knife or scalpel is also handy for cutting out lettering. Use this with a self healing cutting mat alsong with a metal ruler for cutting straight edges. Scalpels and craft knives should be very sharp for cutting accuragely so keep them in good nick and protect them with a protective guard when not in use. Change the blades often.