Originally Posted by cjsparks
If you watch at Joann's and some of the other big box stores, they cut at the amount you request. But how do youu know that the first edge is square...generally not. I have purchased fabric at several different lqs and they will add just a little for this reason. They want their customers to be satisfied know there is nothing worse than to be a little short of fabric.
The Mill End Textiles store here in Rochester is GREAT for adding a bit extra, and the fabric prices are wonderful too - great place to stop in to while in Roch - or elseware that has them! Our Saturday newspaper usually has coupons for the store as well.
http://www.millendtextiles.com/store_locations.html