Originally Posted by clem55
I always tear to get a straight grain. My fabric store doesn"t tear, and there have been many times that I have lost as much as four inches , if I reven both cut rends, but I seem to always lose as much as 1 1/2 to 2 inches. The little distortion at the tear can normally be corrected by dampening and ironing. I"d rather waste that 1/4 inch than 2 inches! I always pre-wash also. And yes, I remember those days and the meters well!
Love you clem! Yes, yes! I have asked clerks to tear it for me and they just don't understand the why. One even told me that tearing the fabric was not a store policy. I think it is meant to intimidate the unsuspecting consumer to purchase additional yardage. Ah, the good ol' days. :thumbup: