I thought that I was getting those questions just because I'm a guy quilter! I agree with all the rest. I did make one on commission--a fellow re-enactor who was retiring from his job. His wife asked me and I didn't have the guts to say no. Came out OK, but, didn't really make any money on it. When I tell folks that I give them away to fellow re-enactors, the next comment is always, "Well, then give me one!" I just say, "Get in line!"
For those who don't know me, yet, I do Civil War Re-enacting and watched my grandmother make quilts for years. When I decided I wanted one for the back of my saddle, for Southern impressions, I tried making one myself. Came out pretty good and I discovered I enjoyed watching the patterns come together and have been quilting ever since.
Sgt. Jackaroo
4th US Cavalry (Re-enacting)
5th Texas Mounted Volunteers (CSA)