thepolyparrot. So many thanks. I will take all of that, and try to apply it to my next quilt. My only problem might be when purchasing fabric. I never see anything that tells me how good a certain fabric is; no thread count, nor anything else that might be indicative of the quality.
I will have to take my quilts to the coin op laundry instead of using my top loaders. About three years ago I finally had the money to put in new plumbing, an electrical setup, gray water catch basin (didn't want my septic system involved with the washing waste water), and shelter for those front loaders.
I will have to find out what colour catchers are, and purchase some. First time I've heard of them was in this thread. For laundry stuff, I have to purchase unscented stuff, as I get sneezing fits and watery eyes with anything that has strong scents in them. Guess that's a problem when you have an extremely good sense of smell.
Lots of good information coming in here. Thanks again.