hi pam1966... that happened to me many years ago (BQ before quilting) I used to crochet. I made a beautiful afghan out of very expensive French yarn and won a blue ribbon at two county fairs. I made my aunt and uncle a duplicate out of the same expensive yarn but with lots of love in each stitch. I gave it to them for Christmas and they seemed to love it. When we went back for a visit a couple months later, I saw the afghan in the bottom of a closet covered by boxes and 'junk'! It broke my heart. I never made them another and didn't say anything about what I saw. However, I try to tell myself, once I give it away, it belongs to the recipient. But it's still hard and I will never forget the sight. So, be happy that you have a God-given talent and the satisfaction of a job well done. Keep up the good work and don't let this incident get you down. The quilt you are making is for your MIL and I'm sure she will love it! Happy quilting!