Thanks for sharing the wonder history of your family and quilting. I am not sure if my Great Grandmothers ever quilted or sewed. I guess I have never asked. Will have to do that :-) I do know that my Grandmother sewed a lot of clothes for my mother and aunt.
She was able to take parts of various patterns and put them together to make one item. Both my Aunt and Mother sew and quilt and hand embroidery along with knitting and crocheting. I on the other hand just quilt for now. My mother has told me that I have a lot of my Grandmothers ability when it comes putting patterns together to create something and that I have a eye for color combos. This means a lot to me since I was just a toddler when she passed away.
I only wish I had the kind of gift you received. I am sure it means a lot to you and you will cherish every bit of it.