I was really shocked the other week I went to pickup flannel for the backing of my quilt. I needed the off white. They had two bolts one was less than a yard, the other was new. However, the new one looked like second quality. Every 6-10 inches it had a color weaved into the fabric. Reds, black, and bright blue. Just one line. We went through the whole bolt and it was like this. I was willing to try it since it was the back of the fabric but she didn't want to discount it. I was disappointed I went with a muslin. Was disappointed but found one that was a thicker fabric. The first one was paper thin. I wont waste my time going back unless I'm desperate.
If they want to compete with the Fabric store maybe they should carry first quality fabric and not seconds, especially if they are going to charge the same prices. JMO.
Diane