Looking for fabric with all the cutting done for you ! Pre Cuts are the way to go

 
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Every quilter or sewing enthusiast knows that purchasing fabric is always exciting and for ease pre-cuts are a must as the cutting and fabric-matching work has already been done for you! The best part about pre-cuts is that it's incredibly easy to use them in quilt patterns and sewing projects like bags and home furnishings

But if you're new to using pre-cuts , it can be hard to keep track of all of the different cuts, especially those lovely pre-cuts with fun dessert names. If you can never keep track of the difference between a layer cake or a jelly roll, then never fear, because TOMG is here to save the day with our ultimate guide to pre-cut fabrics. 
 
Fat Quarter Bundles:   These pre-cut fabrics measures 18" x 21-22" per piece.

The amount of fabric pieces per bundle varies. Bundles can be custom-curated or all come from one collection. Sometimes sold individually.

10 ways to cut a Fat Quarter

There are many ways to efficiently slice and dice your Fat Quarter Bundles


Here are 10 ways to make the most of your fabric!
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Fat Eights Bundles:  These are a relatively new addition to the family.   These pre-cut fabric measures 9" x 21-22" per piece, sometimes 11" x 18".

The amount of fabric pieces per bundle varies. Bundles can be custom-curated or all come from one collection. Sometimes sold individually.
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Layer Cakes:    10" x 10" squares. Bundles include 40-42 squares, usually all from one collection.
These handy 10" squares are great for quickly sewing up a patchwork quilt top.
You may not think so immediately, but buying Layer cakes to cut into smaller pre-cuts can be economical. You can get two charm packs from a layer cake and still have fabric left over to cut strips for binding and borders. Here are some ways to slice a Layer Cake. 
 
 
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Charm Squares:   
These are 5" x 5" squares.

Bundles include 40-42 squares but smaller ones include at least 10 squares. 
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Jelly Rolls:    These are 2½" wide strips  fabric (usually 42-44" lengths). Bundles include 40-42 strips, usually all from one collection. Note: Junior Jelly Rolls have 20-21 strips.
Honey Buns are very similar. These are 1½" x width of fabric (usually 42-44" wide).
Other names are Roll Ups, Rollie Polies, Skinny Strips etc. They are ideal for borders and binding, but don't let that fool you. They can also be used for making everything from table runners to bed quilts. Strip-friendly patterns tend to be simple and fast to complete. 
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Just Arrived
The newly released Fanciful Forest by Momo is now available and pre-cuts have been restocked.
Fanciful Forest by Momo. Cotton candy trees, watercolor clouds and blossoms that look a bit like gumballs. This is MoMo’s delightful vision of a fantasy forest. Soar above the treetops, or wander through an orchard, the hand-painted prints are a mix of detail and soft shapes.
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