Not everyone appreciates hand-made gifts. Not everyone appreciates the colors or pattern choices of a hand-made gift. Some people see a quilt as just another patchwork blanket. For that reason I am very careful who gets a quilt from me. The worst was that a friend told me she didn't like it and that was before I had given it to her. At first my feelings were hurt but then I appreciated her honesty. Regardless of the circumstances, when I give a quilt, it is no longer mine. It is the recipient's to do with as she (or he) pleases. If it goes to the dogs, then so be it. Even with that attitude, I must admit that I would be upset if I found out - - - and I like dogs a lot.