Oh the backing issue! Well, I have had a horrible time with a backing situation lately, thought I had it figured out, but then the LQS sent a "fix" and it was wrong (not the same fabric).
So today, I went out and purchased something (not what I had my heart set on), so am very disappointed.
If tearing will even the fabric, then torn would be my answer (not because I would get "X" number of inches free), but whatever makes the fabric what I need/ordered and paid for would really be great.
I am completely wiped out dealing with backing issues this week so sorry if my post is more like venting, but I just want to have what I chose for backing to be right when I get it home and am ready to assemble my quilt.