Originally Posted by
jomfcampbell
I'm reading this pattern and it says to cut strips "across fabric". Does that mean lengthwise along the selvage or crosswise? And if its sashing and border, why would I do that? Dont I want it more with the grain usually? The pattern called for 1 1/2 yards.
A crosswise cut will have a bit more stretch to it, whereas a lengthwise cut has no 'give' at all.