I don't use molds. My cigars are very smokeable, but not as pretty as cigars that have been molded. There's a guy who made some YouTube videos about cigar rolling who wraps his cigars tightly in paper overnight before putting on the wrapper - in lieu of pressing them in a mold. I don't do that, either.

I know there's some debate over cigar glue - I use fruit pectin. Some people object to the taste, others don't notice it. I am one who does not.

A way of keeping notes about your blends - approximately how many leaves it takes to make the RG you want, and the resulting flavor, etc.

Kulu knife is a good choice. I have a chaveta that was made for me by a friend out of a saw blade, but not everyone has access to such a person. If you ever should decide you want a custom chaveta, I can hook you up.

Ditto on the cutting board - I have a beauty that a friend made me. Obviously you don't need a fancy knife and cutting board, but it makes my process a little more enjoyable. Try Ross for big cutting boards cheap.

Let us know how you do!