I definitely cut extra candies. I kept one of each for me, but also have some extra packages wrapped up. maybe for the newbies next year! since I started this, I have become addicted to cutting candies and have been cutting like crazy! I didn't realize how many scraps and different fabrics I actually had.
I definitely keep all my scraps and crumbs. I generally only toss out anything less than 1x1 inch. It makes me feel a bit disorganized and my scrap pile grows fast, but I love collecting the "throw aways" from some quilting buddies. I think because my actual yardage stash is so minimal, it helps me to feel like the fabric hoarder that I strive to be! That being said, I'll take anyone's extra scraps!!
I may be interested in a quilt along. I may or may not join in, but I like to follow progress if others are doing it. maybe I would participate. maybe.