I know phones are convenient but think what you would have done in the days without cell phones?! I would have bought a quarter yard to have for visual. Now, don't get me wrong, that employee was rude and handled it all wrong!I definitely would figure out wht to make out of it and go back to buy it there---I would make sure she was there and have her help me, but would not mention it to her---she will remember on her own. Next time, do ask first--if the shops know why you want apicture,they usually will agree.