I have said "no" to everyone who asks. It isn't hard. I say it nicely and they don't push back. I do take small requests from my best friend because she is good to me in other ways. She likes me to make quilted bags for her because she is large and I can make the straps long enough. She doesn't ask often. I've only made her 3. I have made quilts for certain people and so far they have been appreciated as far as I know. People have no idea what goes into making a quilt, even if they pay for materials.