When I started making rag quilts and rag purse/totes, I needed the perfect snips to do this easily.  These were made for that task!  Because of the shape and angle, these snips will help you whiz right through the snipping part of the project.  It will cut easily through several layers of fabric.  I love this product and would recommend them to anyone.  Also Fiskars is a very good brand.  I love all of their products.