Using these quilt securing clips is a breeze. First, take the 4 female clips and 4 male clips. Attach the female clips to the corners of your quilt and the male clips to the corners of your quilt cover. Then, clip the female and male clips together. This will keep your quilt from moving around at night. As for maintenance, you can safely put the clips in the washing machine and clothes dryer. But there are some important things to note. Keep the product out of reach of children because it has small and sharp parts. If a child swallows any part of it, get medical help right away. Also, using the product is your decision and you're responsible for any risks that come with it.