The cotton flannel treated to prevent tarnishing is available at US fabric stores like Hancock, JoAnns and other chains. I have not seen it at Wal-Mart, Hobby Lobby, Michaels or other craft stores. Given time, a sharp eye and a handy petty cash system, "silver cloth" bags and flatware rolls can be found at thrift stores and yard/estate sales. If you are chummy with a local antiques dealer you may soon be up to your knees in the stuff. I do not think the stuff can be washed, but that is only a vague memory. Hope this helps, MD Smith Cody WY ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).