Thank you all for your reply to this post, it was very interesting to hear what everyone thinks on this subject...
mostly everyone that I have made quilts for use them like a bedspread..folding them down at the foot of the bed and then in the morning making the bed with the quilt showing. it makes me feel good that all I have made use them but wish they would use then for what they are made for..to keep you warm..LOL but I guess to each his own..
me I have a few on my bed in the winter and really don't worry how they look, they just keep us warm and toastie..
using a fitter sheet on the box spring is a good idea thanks so much will have to try that.. thanks everyone for your reply