Originally Posted by Maia B
Sunnycat, I completely relate to all you said. Btw, decorating your home with your love and effort and creativity is NOT selfish. Your family and guests benefit from the environment you create in your home. Nurturing your family before gift giving seems fine to me. For those who have the time and resources and appropriately grateful recepients, giving quilts is also lovely. Personally, I'm glad that I have 3 afgans and a baby blanket from my master-knitter Grandma who knit for the WW2 effort and the family, but not so much for others. No guilt, Sunnycat, create for yourself to your heart's content!
Ditto this! Making quilts for your home is wonderful. Although, I'm sure you would find it satisfying to have someone appreciate a hand made gift but unfortunately there are some people who just don't get it. Enjoy your home, I'm sure it is warm and inviting.