Originally Posted by
Neesie
When my mom taught me how to cut out a pattern (many ages ago), she taught me to place the pieces as closely together, as possible (while still keeping grain straight, of course). There was almost always a good bit of left-over fabric. Need I say she liked quilting?
My Mom did that, too. I still cringe when someone cuts out a piece 'wastefully'
One of the first things I tried to teach the granddaughters - you can have some of my fabric - but PLEASE use it carefully!