There wasn't a smell that I noticed on the jelly rolls, but there certainly were on the jeans that started this whole mess for me. They were made in china, so I am sure they were on a ship and got nasty before they got to the store. The bad thing is, they were on deep discount so the store knew they smelled and discounted them to get rid of them. I was exposed as soon as I opened the box. It was my own ignorance that made me try washing it out.
So, I have to be very careful with things now. Even library books set me off. I can't wear line dried clothes, and towels left too long in the dryer make me sick. It's crazy. :( Now, I would not ever keep anything that smells musty. Thanks for the reply Lisa. I have written your store and asked about the storage conditions too. I think Ingrid was who wrote me back. I plan to buy some things soon. :)