Originally Posted by JulieR
Our LQS rips, too, on the idea that it's more accurate than cutting. I prefer it to be ripped, honestly, because I think they're right.
Back in the old days, when dinosaurs roamed the earth and our fabric was measured in little 'speedometers' mounted on the tables, all fabric was torn. It indeed is a straighter 'cut,' and if you have really cheap fabric, you can't do it, because really cheap fabric may not be on the bolt straight. Also, some blended or poly fabrics may not tear right, so I'd be glad for a store to tear my fabric.