Originally Posted by Central Ohio Quilter
The best alternative - pulling a thread to get the straight of grain. Doesn't stretch the edges and you still get the straight of grain. And yes.... there ARE some of us who DO still care about of straight of grain ... especially on long pieces like borders.
Here is a link to my tutorial on how to pull a thread.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-114232-1.htm
I hope I'm not being rude, but people need a tut on pulling a thread? That's kindergarten stuff!