Originally Posted by np3
If they haven't asked for help on improving their skills, then don't offer it. If you can't say something nice, say nothing at all. It may not look right to you, but it looks right to them and that is all that counts. It may not be your color choices, but it was theirs.
I like what I like and I don't particularly care about the rules on color choices or contrast. If I am making a gift for someone, then I care about what they like, even if it isn't my style.
I agree 100% Nancy - That "old" saying (If ya can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all) is still a good one to keep in mind. If they ask, offer diplomatic alternate 'possibilities'.
I think most of us on here do this because we love quilting, the challenge of it, the comfort it give us, or sharing our 'warmth' w/someone we love or for a good cause. I know there are professionals on here who are in it for the $$$, but I think they also do it because the love it. For the most part we just love whatever quilting gives us.
In this day & age there are enough NEGATIVE things going on in the world & way too many critics. Does it REALLY make us feel better to bash someone else?
Just my two cents worth -
Everyone have a blessed day - & SMILE, GOD LOVES YOU!!! :lol: