Originally Posted by
coffeecozy
Prism99, I have never thought to look at my fabrics under a microscope but am very curious about what the damage is. I have occasionally ripped a piece to get a straight grain and would not want to continue if the damage is serious.
I don't mind ripping at all... It's quicker and more accurate. It does not damage the fabric beyond maybe a slight distortion of threads right at the edge. You can take the ripped edge to the ironing board and press it back flat. I rip a lot, both lengthwise and crosswise, and have yet to see more than 1/8" to 1/4" at the very edge that is affected. That much falls into the seam line. It's no big deal.