Originally Posted by Scrap Happy
I believe if she knew she made you feel bad she would feel terrible. She probably trusted you enough to let you know what more she wanted in the quilt and didn't think for a second it would upset you. Personally I think she should have just put a dust ruffle on the bed. She probably has no idea how much time and thought (and love) went into this quilt.
I made a quilt for my DMIL and she kept it in the closet. I wasn't hurt just wish I had made something she liked. After she passed away my DSIL wanted it and DH was fine with it so now it is being loved.
Maybe your MIL was like so many older people, She was saving it for good. I'm not going to leave my children with anything that I have saved for good. We never know how much time we have and if given a gift we should use it. I'm so glad that it has found a home that will use and treasure it.