I think this can be a big problem for quilters, and saying no gracefully isn't always easy. Somehow those that don't quilt think it is very easy to whip up a quilt for them. I have found pointing out a store that offers quilt classes or having them look in their area for quilt classes saying it is a very rewarding hobby and telling them how much they might enjoy making them sometimes slows an asker down. But sometimes it is just a kind thing to do and in a way when someone asks for one of your specialty quilts it is a compliment and shows that they admire your work.