Welcome! Fair warning, this hobby can become an obsession. As Bob mentioned, you only need a cutting board, a blade (A chef's knife or other sharp knife), scissors, a sprayer, and some glue. I went to the hardware store and purchased various sizes of copper pipe fittings to use as cap cutters. While you're there, grab a spray bottle from the cleaning isle. If you don't want to mess with caps just make pig-tails - totally acceptable and easier. If you have trouble finding glue, just make your own with starch and water. I've used both corn starch and tapioca starch with success. Just mix with cold water and pop in the microwave and boil. Instant snot glue.
I highly recommend getting a blend kit(s) from WLT (link in banner above). Come with fillers, binders, and wrappers, and even some glue to get you started. There are tons of threads and video's in the Key Forum Threads link at the top of the page to get you started. And, of course, we are all here to help you out as needed. Have fun and welcome to the hobby!