I am glad that hubby finally understands. The passion of quilting is truely satisfying and good therapy. I use mine in my humanitarian efforts and to gift to family and friends. There isn't one thing wrong with that.
There will be female people who are not going to understand us. But, I don't understand thier habits of buying expensive jewery, excessive clothing, purses and shoes either. Or male people who, like you say, buy expensive trucks, sporting goods or shop tools.
What I don't care for are people who waste money and think it is ok. But, roll thier eyes at us. Or for people who try to take advantage of us by trying to buy something wonderful for nothing. Our talent and time is worth a goodly sum.