I do not think non quilters have any idea how much time----and money!!!!----go into the making of a quilt. BUT--every quilt I have made and given as a gift was very much appreciated. My granddaughters drag theirs all over the house--they are always snuggling under one somewhere. My kids love theirs and want more! My mother in law actually cried when I gave her one--said it was her most treasured gift ever. I made a chicken quilt for a friend recently and she was absolutely speechless. And I have family members and friends who claim they are waiting in line for a quilt!! So, even though they are clueless as to the amount of work--I do feel loved and appreciated for my gifts.
I am sorry Pal, that your time and work has gone unappreciated.