(I don't like sardines either, or brussel sprouts!) Wouldn't life be boring if we all liked the same thing?

Very true :)

Ain't that some good advice. Even at that, people's tastes change and a quilt that made someone happy when first given may not suit the purpose in a new desing.

I try really hard to let go when I give a quilt. Of course I love to hear that it is still being loved years later, but I'm as OK with the situation when I don't hear that.

That is funny. :lol: :lol: :lol:

Those are the kind of people I would not want to know.

Sometimes, as quilters, we must develop a thick skin. Also we must remember THAT ONLY A QUILTER knows how much time, work, planning and $$$ goes into making a quilt! I once made a beautiful quilt with applique Scottie dogs on it because the recipient had a Scottie dog....she thought the quilt was for the dog and gave it to the dog. I was crushed, but I loved her, love her still and let it go....
Michelle

I agree that it's ok not to like something. There are lots of things that other people love and I can't figure out the attraction. But I am very careful who I gift with one of my quilts. I know who will appreciate them & who won't so I don't set myself up for disappointment.

For us, it's one of the most heartfelt gifts we can give - but the recipient may just not feel the same as us. It's like any other gift to them except they can't exchange it at the store for something they've been wanting.

Sometimes we also feel insulted if they put it away and don't use it. Because it's in a chest doesn't mean it's not still a treasure to them.

Just remember that as the Holidays are coming around - try not to set yourself up for disappointment.

Oh, that is funny! Sad, but funny! :)

It's true some people don't appreciate home made gifts even tho most are better and made with a lot of thought and love put into them but we all can't like everything. Give to those who enjoy. Sue