It's unfortunate, there are mean, vicious people even among good quilters. We come in all sizes and shapes and temperments. It is best to ignore all those narrow-minded people who can't abide change in any form and will condemn anything without even giving it a chance. Take their rants for what they are worth; (nothing) and keep on keeping on, doing your best. They will either go elsewhere and take their venom out on someone else, or stick around and lurk here looking for more opportunities to do the same. If they do give it a chance, they might even find out they like it, but probably are too backward to admit it. You have something good here; keep it for those who will cherish it, and you will undoubtedly acquire a lot more people who will also enjoy it without all the chaos.
Judy