You were fortunate to have a Mother that taught you to quilt. My Mom made utilitarian quilts, tied, with old blankets and flannel sheets on the back, so none survived as they were well used. I do have a set of embroidered pillowcases that she did and which I treasure. I treasure the moments we shared as she taught me to sew without patterns, and to take pride in my work. I was also fortunate to have a Home Ec. teacher who taught me the finer points to sewing and who taught us to do our best, whatever that may be. I may not have any of my Mom's quilts, but I have the memories of her teaching me to sew, make do or do without.