Thank you, everyone, for your comments. This flannel (and I don't remember where I bought it or how much it was) is actually weakening at the seams. If I pull the seams (that are not open) flat, I can see that the fibers are shredding. I've stopped using fleece because no matter how much I pay or how loudly they say it is "non pilling", it still pills and is awful. Have learned not to use flannel on a QAYG. Too much stress on the seams. Have ordered the Shannon Minky and will cover as mentioned before. So sad to realize that my quilt didn't last more than 5 years. Must rethink all of my techniques before I do another quilt.