I was also told a few years ago that my "all machine made quilts" weren't "really" quilts.....who cares call'em what you want blankets, snuggies, lovies....I don't care, I don't make them to win prizes. I make them to be used and loved and washed and dried until they are in tatters and I'm proud to say most of the ones I've given away have been done that way and when they are worn out most come back and want another one....and I'm proud to make them another to love!!!!!