Originally Posted by AUQuilter

What a generous offer by your coworker. You also said that your friend is daunted by this lot of fabric so maybe you can help each other out. If you find the stash is not of "the quality you would pay for" then just say to your friend-"Wow, there is a lot of fabric, here. I would have to sew night and day for the next 30 years to use all this up." Then offer to sort for donation and what you want to take. She should appreciate your approach and your help. One thing I have learned about collecting the stash is that it can become unmanageable if not used or accessible.