These are probably the most expensive sheets I've bought, but I'm so glad I did. I was worried about washing them because of the instructions, but it's worked out fine with the delicate cycle on the washer and low heat setting on the dryer. 

I do wish the pillowcases were a bit longer. I'm constantly stuffing our pillows back in. I know that they got thrown in the laundry with regular clothes and wonder if they shrunk. I also know that it could be because of our pillow size and not the pillowcase size.

Overall I'm pleased with the sheet set.