I just want to say the wisdom of the board is nothing short of amazing! I have learned so much...and that alone brings sunshine to what originally seemed like such a bleak mess! I have washed the material again. And yes, it's still mottled but I'm amazed at the "uniformity" of it...meaning it happened on ALL pieces of the various fabrics from this line. Soooo...as most of you have suggested I'm leaving well enough alone and going with it! I think it's going to be just fine. Live and learn...and enjoy the wisdom and encouragement of others along the way! Thank you all!!!