I have been washing fabrics to go with the fat 8's I received and I was amazed at how many of the fabrics gave off some color. I did set them and washed them again and they came clear. Is this a trend with the new somewhat darker fabrics? Had no trouble at all with the pastels. I have received two blocks and need to post the pictures but still missing a few fat 8's:cjt-mama,ispy.and the quilted dove. No problem as there is plenty to do while hubby naps.