Greenheron

beckalu

I do not have ET but may I suggest you investigate patterns that don't require lots of cutting. They may not be your first design choice but would help you stay independent. What comes to mind are quilts for which you RIP the pieces:

First, consider 'strippies' made with multiple full lengths or widths of fabric. By carefully selecting prints/stripes/checks/solids you could compose attractive tops.

Second, Amish Bars or square-in-square made with large pieces; how about a one-block log cabin or giant pineapple.

Third, log cabin or other string patterns. If you feel these are too narrow to 'rip' this is where a helper could quick cut loads of strips.

Fourth, machine crazy quilting utilizing scraps "as is".

I bet lots of quilters can think of patterns that are not so tedious to cut.

While proof-reading I had another thought--if you shop at a LQS, explain your predicament.
They could (IF they're careful and willing) cut your purchases in strips right off the bolt which would save you some cutting.