The cross grain of a fabric, also called Crosswise Grain is the grain that runs crosswise (at a right angle) to the selvage. When you tug on the straight of grain, there is little “give”. ... The cross grain is always perpendicular to the selvage. When you tug on this, the fabric will “give” a little more.

What does cutting on the cross grain mean?

Lengthwise and crosswise grain are both straight grains that align with the threads in woven fabric. ... It's important to cut your garments so they are on grain because if they're cut off grain they will torque, twist, and generally hang awkwardly. Grain is also important for a garment that's cut on bias.

What is another name for crosswise grain?

The lengthwise grain, called the warp, runs up and down while the crosswise grain, called the weft, is made from threads woven over and under the lengthwise grain from side to side. As the fabric is woven, the selvedge is created by the weft threads turning as they are being woven in the opposite direction.