I have been quilting for only a year but i have seen so many quilts done by ladies who have been quilting for like 20 years and believe it or not my quilts are WAY better, and i cheat (like they say!!!) but when they see my quilts they can't close their jaws...with that said you taking the time to actually make the quilt is a talent that should be appreciated and never be told it is a waste of time. God bless you for just keeping quiet with your mom because she is still your mom and they should be respected and loved for who they are. Also the fact that you hand quilt is amazing it is something i can never do.
Faten