Hi Treybabe!
Yes, we had a similar experience last year when we got a new down comforter. Kedi did not like it at all! But, he was also very curious about it. He kept jumping on the bed and walking around very gingerly, then bolt away.
He had always slept on the bed with us (either on my pillow or at our feet). He did not sleep with us for at least 2-3 weeks, and I was seriously considering getting rid of it ...........I just love my kitty's sleeping with me!
Well, eventually HE decided it was acceptable and started sleeping on the bed again. In fact, he seemed almost obsessed with it, and for awhile spent more time than usual on the bed.