I like to make a pillow case using the leftover fabrics from the quilt. So when they're not using the quilt, they do have a good place to store it. As to cleaning items, you might want to add a color catcher sheet along with the cleaning instructions. As to how the quilt will be taken care of, well that's in the hands of the recipent and God. I find once I give a quilt as a gift its out of my hands what they do with it afterwards. I decided not to fret over it as I know I have no control over what happens with it anyway. They will know you gave them something of yourself in this quilt..........LOVE.