Good morning, all. In answer to your questions, Barb, here goes:
1. Yes, I usually have extra squares because I end up cutting more than I normally need.
2. Sometimes I toss the small pieces out if I don't particularly care for the fabric but most I will hang onto and use for small projects. I may use them for my Bonnie Hunter Wild and Goosey blocks (an ongoing project) or sew them together into new "slabs" of fabric and trim to the size I want.
3.I would definitely join a sew along.
4. For newbies, I can also send along my birthday squares for you early if you wish. Just send me a pm. All my packages are put together anyway except for addresses.
Hope everyone is well and happy today!