I used to use fades for that aswell. But it's taking a lots
of time. (Or lets say: it's not that easy to edit for me).
=> Put the grid to (for ex.) 32 notes if you want a 16 stutter.
Then use the selector tool and just delete every second
16 note.
... You can even create cool rhythms with that.
(Cutting some more 16 in a row ... etc.)
Best
Nils