When I ordered online I've always been happy alto there was one time I ordered red/white/green pattern in flannel for Xmas and when I washed it it faded and went into the other fabric. The only thing I can think of is that I washed it with Woolite which is supposed to be gentle I thought. Oh well live & learn. It is hard to know if the colors are really what you want. I have noticed as someone said some places except returns. Maybe you can try that. Good Luck. Sue