Well I might as well enter my 2 cents. I always wash ALL my fabric, (yardage and pre-cuts) in HOT water and a HOT dryer. Many times my pre-cuts as the yardage have come out different sizes. I do this because of all the reasons stated. Even before I retired I did this. I have no problem going the extra mile. I usually try to purchase extra fabric when I can for this reason. Some fabrics tangle in the washer some don't. Those that do I just untangle. I may be crazy but I find it calming to prepare my fabric this way. We all are going to do what we are going to do no matter what has been said. We know that this poor horse will continue to be beaten in the future so just have fun quilting and do what works for you. Happy quilting all. BrendaK