I agree with the original poster. I made a flannel rash quilt, which I love, but I don't think it washed or wears as well as regular cotton. In fact, I find it frustrating that I buy flannel that feels nice, and after it is washed it's awful, it fades, and it pills like crazy. I made my granddaughter two night gowns that looked wonderful before they were washed, then they looked terrible.