So quilters, I finally read an explanation as to WHY some fabrics are better quality then others: Manufacturers do test runs on greige fabric. This is an inferior fabric used so they can test the dye, the pattern, grain and so on....The first test batch is sent to Wal-Mart type stores. The second test batch is sent to Joanne type stores. The third and final printing is sold in quilt fabric stores. Now this I understand!! Greige is pronounced grey or grej. (And the lightbulb went on) Hope you enjoyed this.