I made a quilt {crib size} for a great neice when she was in pre-school. Her wove a wonderful story about how it was a magical quilt and that no bad dreams as long as it was covering her. She is now a senior in high school and her quilt will go to collage with her. It is a good size to snuggle under while reading.
I have also made others that were used to make tents or fort walls.They are long gone,but were loved to pieces.Some were misstreated,and some are still loved today.
Sorry you were hert by the way one person treated their quilt,Please don't let it spoil your joy in making quilts. :-)