My granddaughter told me she doesn't need any more quilts. I made her one when she was 3 and another when she was 16. She is 24 and specifically told me - no more quilts.
As for your father, perhaps he decided he didn't want anything else to have to give away when he passes. Some people are like that. My mom is one of those. She will accept the gift but you will get it back eventually. Perhaps your father is the same.