my JoAnn doesn't cut anything extra--but i think they are careful to be sure the cut is straight and you get full value. With their half-price coupons, i am still thinking i get good value at the store. Also--the clerks are all very friendly and try to be helpful. Last visit, (i forgot my 50% off coupon) and the clerk offered to let me use one that a previous shopper left at the checkout! Nice. :)