I can understand anyone not wanting to be taken advantage of. It happens, I know. And if someone is going around hitting up many members with PMs asking for things, that just doesn't seem right to me either, and I agree it should be reported. That is very different than announcing to the board in general that one needs a certain kind of fabric and asking for help or to trade. It's also different than asking for one of the bundles that is offered up for grabs when someone is passing it forward.
Everyone is so giving and generous on this board. Just today a whole flock of birds flew into my house from dear Martina down in Texas. I was so excited to see them!! My son let me know that he wants birds on his quilt when I get around to making it! I may be putting out the call for help on that when the time gets nearer, as I don't come across too much bird material at the thrift stores where I shop.
I love getting fabric, and I love passing it forward when I can. When I find something good at the thrift store, I get it just so I can pass it forward or trade, depending on what works for the person that wants it. I love this board!!!