Don't know about you, but when getting fabric ready to cut,I'd have at least 1/2'-1" or more to trim off before cutting strips, so a quarter inch on each side doesn't sound like much.But whatever works.BTW....I now have 2-3 jelly rolls I cut....instead of paying $38 for a JR.
Hmmmm, I'll try cranking faster and see if that helps. Even if you get 1/4" waste, that adds up quickly. At my LQS, they do a class where they use their Studio to cut your fabric, you then come in and sew for a day. I gave them a single piece of fabric that I wanted in 2" squares (252 of them) and I had to give them an extra 1/4 yard from what I needed if I hand cut. I understand it's a tradeoff, but for me trying to get as little waste as possible, seeing even 1/4" with every single piece is frustrating[/quote]