I agree with everyone, don't be sad...although I do understand that whole being critical of our own work. I go thru periods during each quilt when I question my skills, but the end product always makes me happy!
I do it because I LOVE it and any quilt that is gifted can be returned to me, no hard feelings, if its not to their liking! I do take special consideration of their tastes when I make one for someone special and I haven't gone wrong yet, I don't think. What's not to like about cuddling up in a quilt?