As shown in the images the basic tools for card kit building would include large and small steel rules, scossors, tweezers etc. When cutting out card it is a good idea to have a range

The small scalpel blade is the one you will have to change most frequently when cutting out delicate objects so as to get the best results and avoid damaging the card. The dividers are ideal for checking sizes before fitting parts together.

of craft knives and assign them to specific jobs to maximize the longevity of the knife blades. The yellow stanley knife is ideal for cutting large objects. The larger of the silver sclapels is idela for medium to small cutting and the small scalpel for more delicate work.