i've been there too. i use to cross-stitch and spent one month 6-8hrs a day working on 2 detailed kitchen cross stitch pictures for my mom. they were christmas gifts.[ i was really into it then] she opened them up that christmas evening and said why did you get me these??? i said i didn't get you these, i made them for YOU. oh and through them to the side. i didn't expect a cartwheel over them but not what she did. i went to the bathroom and my dad said a few words to her. my sister can buy her a cheezy ornament for the flower bed and it is gold.
i've learned to watch out for who knows what i make and who gets the gift in the future.
i DO feel your pain. that is why to get on line and come to your quilting family. we are here for you.
i've just joined but what i read everyone seams to be a wonderfull new family to come to. :thumbup: