i've always wondered what would happen if i punched holes in indigo fabric and then machine washed it. could those raggedy frayed holes be used as a design element? indigo dyed fabric has the advantage of a real color fade in the frayed edge so even a small hole should yield a visible wound. 
5x8" , cotton plain weave hand woven from yarn dyed indigo (15/1), punctured with a tiny scissor blade to break threads in a varied grid of dots,machine washed, hot dryer with softener sheet.
-punctures fray with nice color change, patterning visible.
-tiny holes close up with fray.
-further potential for decorative effect without weakening fabric.
-nice subtle texture