Everything Jan listed, PLUS something selfish - I really love snuggling up to a freshly laundered, warm quilt. After inspection I have to hug and cuddle each quilt as it comes out of the dryer before I fold it up and send it along its merry way, possibly to never see it again. After all, we'd spent so much quality time together, I can't miss saying a fond farewell! It's kind of a ritual, I think I'd feel cheated if I skipped that step.
I don't always bother to immediately wash a quilt I've made for myself, though. I have lots of furry pets that enjoy my quilts too - it'll get washed soon enough, LOL.