There is a new Jo-Ann's in my area. They use the number system for cutting fabric. No one was around and I walked up to the cutting table and asked if I needed a number. The young girl paused and then asked if I would pull one. These people are trying hard to please the customer and the company. Their fabric is not the best but it is more affordable than the LQS who are unable to buy in large quanities. I prefer the fabric from the LQS but $10 per yard is more than I want to spend.