I also strip cut and then subcut when I can. The reason for wanting the total number needed is so that I can guesstimate how much total fabric I need.
I prefer to make my first cuts on the length of fabric instead of width of fabric. The reason for that is that I think it improves the chances of having at least one direction be on- grain in the cut pieces.
I also might be using fat Quarters or odd- sized pieces instead of yardage.
I also prefer lists to be " bulleted" instead of in paragraphs. Much easier for me to follow. I know it might take up more space on the page, but I am willing to pay for that extra sheet of paper. I also like a bit of space left between each item for my notes.
Making a test block before cutting all the pieces is always a good idea.
I also like to have everthing needed on one page.
I do have a problem with directions saying to cut a border to an exact length. I would like to see something like " reserve. 5 x 60 inches for the border. The target length is 5 x 58-1/2, .
That would probably be confusing to a beginner - but almost everthing was confusing to me when I was a beginner.
Last edited by bearisgray; 01-26-2016 at 12:31 PM.