They really don't want to mess with having to remove casings then have to match up later. Couple of my towels tore at the ends but being large towels I was able to bind so it wouldn't fray. I sew a large piece or couple and cross hatch or linear stitch 2 fabrics together. Easier to wash. So I agree with tesspug. easy does it.
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tesspug
If you are making beds for the shelter, don't go to any great lengths. Beds have to be constantly washed and get torn up. That's why they ask for towels. Basically anything for the shelter is going to be a disposable.