There is a place near me that has a wall of cotton which I think is bought as a "lot" so what ever is on the shelves is what you get to choose from. He is very generous with measuring and if you want 3 yards and there is another yard left on the bolt, it's yours. This is just a small shop that doesn't sell quilting fabric as its' main income, but knows there are a lot of quilters in the area and makes a few bucks supplying them.
I just want what I pay for and expect no more.
peace