I buy very few pre-cuts for the simple fact they are always off from 1/4" - an inch. I like to go to the store and just get the yardage and even then I will buy an extra 1/2 yard atleast to allow for shrinkage for pre washing. If I run out I can go down the road. The majority of the quilt shops I go to most often are within a couple miles and getting on the freeway can get me there in a matter of about 5-8 minutes.