What gifting a quilt means to me
12-28-2010, 06:00 PM
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Have you thought the person passing on this info about your MIL may be jealous. MIL got a quilt and She/he didn'ton.
There are people that love to create friction in famillies.
Just forget it and enjoy your MIL.
There are people that love to create friction in famillies.
Just forget it and enjoy your MIL.
12-28-2010, 06:06 PM
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I'm a writer, but I would express my feelings in writing - in much the same ways suggested above, but "attach" that note to a small gift like a coaster set or something and say "I only make handmade gifts for people who are special to me - LIKE YOU. If she doesn't "get it" the second time ..... well no more quilts for her! And probably a little less trust. Which is a shame.
12-28-2010, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Jim's Gem
Originally Posted by mommamac
how about sending her a note - something like:
I heard that your new quilt has visited many people ~ I'm thrilled that you think so much of it. Only special people get quilts from me and I'm happy to say you are one!
I heard that your new quilt has visited many people ~ I'm thrilled that you think so much of it. Only special people get quilts from me and I'm happy to say you are one!
12-28-2010, 06:11 PM
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Actually, it was my husband, among others. It's really the only explanation for some of her bizarre behavior. She's quite obviously trying to get me to like her. She's really trying; way too hard.
Originally Posted by lots2do
I think I'd really look at the person who told you that and wonder about any hidden agenda that person might have (unless it's your husband). I never really understand why people pass that kind of info along. Is it meant to make you happier? More secure with her? I just don't get that.
But, I am glad that she loved your quilt. I'd take her actions over someone else's talk anytime.
But, I am glad that she loved your quilt. I'd take her actions over someone else's talk anytime.
12-28-2010, 06:12 PM
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I like this a lot! Thanks for the idea.
Originally Posted by mommamac
how about sending her a note - something like:
I heard that your new quilt has visited many people ~ I'm thrilled that you think so much of it. Only special people get quilts from me and I'm happy to say you are one!
I heard that your new quilt has visited many people ~ I'm thrilled that you think so much of it. Only special people get quilts from me and I'm happy to say you are one!
12-28-2010, 06:17 PM
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Take her out to lunch and in a round about way let her know how much it meant to you that you were able to make her a quilt. That way she should get that you do like her and that she should feel special about being the only adult to receive a quilt from you. Jade
12-28-2010, 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by mommamac
how about sending her a note - something like:
I heard that your new quilt has visited many people ~ I'm thrilled that you think so much of it. Only special people get quilts from me and I'm happy to say you are one!
I heard that your new quilt has visited many people ~ I'm thrilled that you think so much of it. Only special people get quilts from me and I'm happy to say you are one!
12-28-2010, 06:25 PM
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Like mommamac's idea, give it a try & see where it takes you
12-28-2010, 06:30 PM
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I wish I had a DIL I would spoil her rotten. My departed MIL was soooooo good to me. I miss her.
12-28-2010, 06:35 PM
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I think some people as they get older experience their insecurities more than they did when they were younger. I know this happens to my DM.
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