Theses sheets were a gamble to be honest! They arrived 3 days after ordering in a small postal envelope. I like to wash new sheets before using and I was happy when these sheets washed nice. The pattern is really pretty almost like an argyle print with flowers and subtle skulls. Sheets are soft which is a big plus for us and a good thread count. We have a 130 pound Great Dane who sleeps in bed and he’s been known to rip a sheet or two. Plus the skulls make him feel tough!