I guess using fq, jelly rolls, charms takes the decision making out of choosing colors and type of prints. You can use jelly rolls in making strip quilts or crocheting throw rugs. FQ's can be used much like you would any fabric you choose for a quilt. The trick of using fq's for a quilt larger than a lap/crib quilt is to purchase more that of of that particular group. Charms are good for making scrappy type quilts. Jeanniebelle

I haven't used the pre-cuts much myself, but they really came in handy working with my 3 granddaughters--I am teaching them to sew and they are making their first quilts! I did a simple design with 5" charm packs.

Moda's Bake Shop is my favorite, too. Their fabrics are always great. Great weight, great colors, great quality and a pleasure to work with. I love jelly rolls and layer cakes.

Because I make many other things besides quilts (handbags, small wallhangings, jackets/vests etc.) I do buy FQ, Jelly Rolls, Charm packs and layer cakes.... and they're usually purchased for specific projects.

check out tutorials on missouri star quilt company. not much cutting, not much waste and RESULTS! love their tutes. And, the colors and fabrics are all matched. no second guessing.

Because I do crazy quilts, I don't need yardage of fabric, but smaller pieces of a lot of colors. I sometimes buy fat quarters if that's the only way the fabric is available. But I learned in Hancock's that "fat quarters" can be bought cheaper by having a true quarter yard cut. A fat quarter is half of a true quarter yard!!!! So now I stand in line and have my quarters cut and save money!!!!

I love the jelly rolls and FQ. They save time in pressing and cutting fabric. I live in a rural area, so many times will start with the jelly roll and purchase border or backing fabric to match when I get to a shop. Often I get coordinating fabric on-line. I find getting jelly rolls and FQ convenient when visiting shops on my travels when I want to pick something up but do not want to take the time to pick out fabric for a complete top. I posted a couple pictures of quilts I made from FQ and jelly rolls earlier in the week.

what are candy bars?

I kept on reading and found the answer. I love pre cuts.

I know one good reason. My good friend loves to quilt, but she suffers from tremors and had a very hard time cutting fabrics, especially with a rotary cutter. These smaller pieces are a dream come true for her. :)