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Maybe the mother didn't appreciate it, but the baby will love it! It looks so cuddly!
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First of all the quilt is just adorable and with the minky on the back I can just imagine how soft it is.
I have a friend who is a quilter but her daughter in law says that "homemade stuff" is inferior to manufactured stuff and she will not use anything hand made. I don't understand where that kind of thinking comes from. My friend just had one of her quilts appraised for $1,600. I wonder if her daughter in law knew that she would want one because of its value??? I agree with the others, that she may not realize that it is handmade, but just looking at it, I would have been hugging it myself because of the softness. You did a lovely thing by making it for her and let your joy come from that if she is not appreciative of the gift. I love giving my handmade things to others, and I have felt diappointed at someones reaction to the gift once or twice, but I loved giving it so that is enough for me. Wait awhile and see if you get another reaction from her, but if not, do not be discouraged, just keep giving those beautiful quilts just for the joy of giving. Blessings to you. |
The baby will love the feel and be cuddled in it so you have achieved your goal. Something beautiful, soft and warm for the baby!! :lol: :D :lol:
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If it was me, I'd pipe right up with "It's hand-made!!" Although I might not be quite so nice about it. Knowing me, I'd probably say something like, "It's not a "blanket!" It's a hand-made quilt! (And I don't tend to be quiet and laid-back in a situation like that. I'd try my best not to sound annoyed, but I'd let her know right then and there, it's not just a blanket!
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Originally Posted by vivoaks
If it was me, I'd pipe right up with "It's hand-made!!" Although I might not be quite so nice about it. Knowing me, I'd probably say something like, "It's not a "blanket!" It's a hand-made quilt! (And I don't tend to be quiet and laid-back in a situation like that. I'd try my best not to sound annoyed, but I'd let her know right then and there, it's not just a blanket!
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THE "BLANKET" IS SO SWEET. I HONESTLY THINK THAT SO MANY OF OUR YOUNGER GENERATION DO NOT RECOGNIZE "HOME MADE" GIFTS NOR DO THEY APPRECIATE THEM AND THE LOVE AND HARD WORK THAT GOES INTO OUR "WORKS OF LOVE"! HOPEFULLY SOMEDAY SHE WILL COME TO REALIZE THAT WHAT SHE RECEIVED FROM YOU WAS A VERY VERY SPECIAL GIFT. I DO UNDERSTAND YOUR HURT FEELINGS!
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She's not the one who will pass final judgment on the quilt. It's the baby. I made a pretty quilt for my (excuse the length) Step-son's Step-daughter's baby. Got a "how nice" from step-step. Baby is now 2 years old and won't go anywhere without the quilt.
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Give her some time and if she doesn't come around, it would be the last home made gift she would get from me! My son told me that he just "doesn't get" quilts. I'm so glad he told me!
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look at it as a good thing for the baby and forget your niece
if she is real young they do not appreciate gifts like we do they believe store bought is best |
This so-called "new generation" is so unappreciative. I worked w/ my chidren and am now trying to instill in my grandchildren the practice of showing appreciation for every gift they receive. Their parents also help me out!!!
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I like it very much, it looks so comfy and the colors are wonderful.
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yep. been there. just like nails on a chalkboard
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I love it. so soft and cuddly. I hope she will realize what a gift of love it is.
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I don't think it had anything to do with it being your quilt. I highly suspect she's that way with anything and everything -- just plain rude and no manners at all.
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Maybe her thoughts where hurry up and get through each gift, so that people where not just sitting around being board. I'm sure once she gets it home and starts peuting things away she will think about how special it was of you to make it!!! Great Job! :thumbup:
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Sometimes appreciation of a gift is lost in the excitement and multitude of gifts that need addressing at a shower.
If it had been given during a vist the reaction might certainly have been different. I'm sure she'll come to realize how special and personal it is as she uses it. :thumbup: |
Wish at the time you would've thought to correct her and tell all at the party that it is not a blanket, it is a handmade quilt.
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The problem I think nowdays is the gift wish lists at so many stores. The idea started out that someone out of town could choose a gift that the couple/bride/parents to be needed. What it has turned into is "this is what you will buy for me". Individual gifts chosen by the person paying for the gift is behind the times. True, there are those who appreciate handmade items. But it is few it seems.
I think your quilt is perfect for a baby and if allowed to know the quilt, would love it to pieces. :) |
I find nowadays they want designer this and designer that they have no idea that quilt is worth more then any designer stuff that is over priced and won't hold up like the things we make. It's a whole new world out there. My friend just went through this too. I would ask her if she doesn't like it to give it back and you will get her something else. I'd buy something from the store but not a designer one...Buy her diapers she'll need them. The quilt was beautiful. When my niece got married I made them one but I was so afraid she wouldn't like it and do the same thing she did, but what she said was I was hoping you would make me a quilt I will cherish this always. I was so relieved. She is now divorced but she got the quilt.....
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Who cares what the snot thinks.......the baby will love it and treasure it for life and that is what matters most. It is a beautiful gift!
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I am sorry you are both disapointed!
Next time - ask... not everybody knows what you are thinking. |
In our family, we have a tradition. The gift is passed around for everyone to admire. Sure this takes time, but the reciepent(sic)also gets the impression of how well the gift is liked by all,or most of the guest, therefor an idea of worth. So a gift, that she might not have liked, now becomes a prize possession. Reverse psychology. Not to mention, that my sisters in law are not adverse to scolding her daughters, granddaughters or neices for their bad manners right then and there.
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Very cute baby blanket. I just love minki, I wish I could afford to put it on all of my quilts. You did a nice job and the baby will surely love it!!
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So sorry about the dissappointment. Keep your chin up and know that everyone doesn't understand the work, time and love that goes into making the quilt. I think it is lovely.
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The baby is going to love that quilt to pieces! Minki is sooooo soft and he/she will be delighted in the colors and the edges of each block they can play with. In the end it is for the baby :thumbup: Be patient the baby will thank you!
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I can just tell how soft that is!!
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It's a cute quilt, the baby will love it!!
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Originally Posted by EIQuilter
You're right to be disappointed, because you put a lot of time into making something you hoped would be appreciated and loved. BUT . . .
Some people just don't have a special place in their heart for quilts (or afghans or wallhangings or whatever the gift may be). I've learned that I make them only for people I know will love them like I do. If I make one for someone who isn't a quilt lover (or if I don't know for sure that they are), then I'm taking my chances, and I can't be disappointed if they aren't overly excited when they get it. My niece loves my quilts - and she even made one for her daughter's "big girl" bed, but she didn't want one for the girls when they were babies. Instead, she preferred my lightweight knitted afghans that were easier for them to drag around behind them as they got older. Baby #1 is almost 2, and that afghan is still her favorite. Baby #2 is about 4 months, and she doesn't have hers yet, but it's in the works. Baby #1 came over about a month ago to spend the morning with me. I have an old baby quilt that I actually put on the floor for the pets. It has a hole in it, and it was nothing special to begin with - just a practice piece for quilting. Anyway, Baby #1 took a liking to it and would lay on it to watch TV. When one of the cats came up to lay on it, Baby #1 put her hands on her hips, looked down at the cat, and said, "MINE!" So, see? Even if Mom wasn't as appreciative as you would have liked, the baby may make the final decision after all! |
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