Originally Posted by Charlee
Get some cheap fabic...go to goodwill or a second hand store to get it, and get after it! Cut, slice, dice, mess up, do it perfect, and practice!! :) I have faith in you...I KNOW you can do it, you just need faith in yourself! ;)
Much truth here, and great advice. I find that if I'm lucky enough to buy something at a fantastic price, or given some fabric from someone, it is much easier to cut into.
I think that's one of the reasons we are quilters - we don't like waste... so use that to your advantage. If you mess up save the piece and use it for something else.