When I gift a quilt to someone, I lightheartedly but also seriously tell them I make quilts to be used. Use it. Then I let them know how to wash the quilt and with a wink and a smile tell them it is not master piece. With a second wink, I always let them know if it wears out, I will make them another. I haven't had to remake any quilts but some children's quilts are faded and shabby because they were well used. Some children are ready for a Big Kid quilt or maybe a graduation quilt, I will see.
