It seems to me that most people, especially those who know nothing of handwork or crafts, have no understanding of how work and love goes into a gift. Often they cannot tell the difference between something handmade and something mass produced.
If I were you, I would try to remember to include a note card on top of the quilt explaining that (it is handmade) you made it yourself and how to care for it. That should help the uninitiated to understand what is and what is not "truly worthy" of praise and gratitude. :thumbup: :thumbup: