That was probably what his mother did and that's all he knows. He's just a miserable old coot! I have a close friend who is so ultra frugal that she is insulting. Even though I've known her for 45 years, I just stay away from her because I'm tired being insulted just because I choose to spend $$ fabric for quilting instead of going to the thrift store for old clothes to use as material. Your quilt is gorgeous, you have a wonderful talent.