I've only been quilting for almost a year and am guilty of most, if not all of these transgressions (and several others that aren't listed). Consequently I am confined to the hoosegow indefinitely! Do I care? No. I made a quilt for my great granddaughter for Christmas, not using a pattern, adding blocks and borders at will to make it the right size. Sent it off, hoping to get at least a 'thank you'. wow, they LOVED it, warts and all! My one granddaughter said it was a work of art. That's all I need to keep going! Now everyone will get quilts, and since no one sews, I'm sure they will be a hit.
I am obsessed with this craft. I don't want jewelry or fancy clothes or designer bags. I just want fabric! Every morning I get up and know I will do something creative that day. If the QP don't like my work, then they don't have to look at it.
My quilts are simple, no fancy triangles or stars or points. I have no desire to do intricate arty quilts, just colorful, fun original projects. I do what I love. I do it to give.
Renate