About everyday i cannot stand the feeling or thought of my feet and hands touching fabric. i will go out of my way to not touch it because it physically makes me distressed and grossed out. i wish i could part with them. what could cause this?

This is a phobic reaction similar to that to snakes/spiders/or any other object. It is mental in origin and will require you seek help from a life coach/therapist. Learn stress management and relaxation techniques that help you manage this. During the training they may uncover subconscious issues that trigger this reaction. Do the work and you can reach a better space with this or other issues.