I am fortunate to have 2 Hancock's stores near me--a half hour in either direction. I purchased one piece of fabric last week that is stiff. I have washed it and it is still stiff, but I will use it anyway to finish a quilt that I am making to give away. The design is pretty and it will work out nicely in the design I have planned. I mostly shop at Hancock's as I can't really afford the quilt shops anymore.