You made some beautiful quilts for them. Hopefully when their minds grow up they will thank you, but for now feel good that you did something that makes you happy.

You know that's just plain rude! I'm sorry that they do not realize what a treasure thy have been given. I absolutely love your ornaments. If you dont mind what is the name of the pattern/book they came from?

next time wal mart presents.They dont deserve anything handmade from you.I been there too that was twice and no more.

It is the Pieced Dove Ornament pattern by Liz Schwartz & Stephen Seifert distributed by eQuiltPatterns.com

Hi, Lois, I have skimmed many of the replies here and I think many have been right on and some ahave missed the point. I feel that regardless of the gift, small or large, from a store or home made, the receiver should show some appreciation. We were taught at home that you show gratitude for a gift even if you don't like it! The important aspect is that the giver thought enough of you to take the time to choose, buy or make something and get it to you for a special day. I did this year after year for my niece and nephew without a single word back from them. I feel that they are showing no regard or respect for me or my efforts. So they got scratched right off my list. Instead I buy gifts and make quilts for those I know appreciate them.
However, I understand how bad you feel, especially after creating such beautiful things! I empathize and suggest you might consider quilting for a local shelter, hospital or QOV.

The quilts are gorgeous as are the ornaments. Obviously your SIL and her kids have no concept of manners. I sent gifts to my nephews last Christmas. Only one acknowleged his gift. He'll get a gift this Christmas. The other two...well, I'll just forget.

Those quilts and ornaments are beautiful. I can't imagine them not liking them and showing you how appreciative they were. But the blessing is in the giving, and you surely gave something very thoughtful. They ball is in their field now, you more than did your part.

Thank you for sharing the pattern information about the ornaments. They are beautiful as are the quilts. I am so glad that you know now that they are appreciated!

Doesn't sound like they even deserve a store bought gift if they can't manage a thank you.
Robin Moody

I would love either one of your quilts! Don't feel bad, just consider it a lesson learned. Not everyone appreciates the time and money it takes to make a quilt. Be thankful you didn't raise the idiots who don't have enough common sense to write a thank you note.

I guess my age is showing, but it really bothers me when young folks don't have manners -- all children should learn the important of "thank you" notes ESPECIALLY when someone makes them something special.

Your quilts are wonderful and I know how to write a thank you note!

I am applying for employment as your very appreciative relative. {I promise to send a thank you for anything you send me.} Some of us humans actually understand that others feelings might be hurt by being ignored. Thank you for being kind to them anyway. Your Karma is on the positive side. Take comfort from that. You deserve it. :thumbup:

Why are you wasting precious time and creativity on those who do not even care? Move forward. It is your choice whether or not to make gifts for those who do not appreciate it. Be good to yourself. If you want to make things for others, make simple things to donate to hospitals, etc. You will find great joy in doing that. There is a scripture that says, "Don't throw your pearls before swine". Sometimes I have to remember that one myself. We all love to give and be aknowledged and appreciated, but not everyone is like us. Be happy.

Your quilts and ornaments are beautiful. It is too bad their Mom has not acknowledged recieving the gifts. If this is her "norm" then most likely she has not taught her children to be thankful either. Don't blame the children. I would send them an e-mail or call and ask to talk with them. Ask them if they received the quilts and if they like them. I am sure they will tell you they love them and then thank you.

There is your answer for your niece and nephews lack of manners...their mama never taught them because she has none!

Last Christmas,my husband and I made a shadow box for our Grandson and his wife. In it we put all the things that we had received from them,to announce their wedding. Since the wedding was at the beach we had shells,sea oats etc. Our Grandson called Christmas morning to tell his how much he loved the whole thing and where it was going to hang in their new home, his wife finally got around to saying thank you for the gift last May when we were all at a family wedding. Said she had been so busy she just didn't have time to say thanks, but I noticed during that time period she had a lot of time to post all sorts of nonsense on Facebook. Lack of manners? Who knows.

pretty quilts you can send me one. Don't worry yourself over it. Barb

I know how you feel. My son and dear DIL have never put a double sided quilt my Mom made for their wedding gift on any bed in their home. I did a counted cross stitch for them as well. My son made a point of showing me that he had put it up in their first home. Now it isn't up at all! I am learning to be VERY careful what I make for them. They seem to like a jacket that I made for their daughter, but not the dress. You would think they could put it on her once when I was there. I also made a Dr. Suess quilt that she has used I think b/c it was in the wash. LOL

Some people are just plain rude. I had the same happen when I made a quilt for nephews wedding present. Still haven't had a thank you, 4 years down the track. Same with baby gifts. It is disappointing but I choose not to worry about it. Your quilts and the decorations are just beautiful.

Those quilts and the ornaments are lovely. As a quilter I would love to receive a gift like that because I know how much love was put into it. I think a lot of people don't realize how much effort and planning go into a quilt. I'm sorry they haven't acknowledged it yet, but I bet they will become treasured memories for them in time.

Don't be too hard on yourself. They may not have been written until AFTER you made the phone call!

I have learned over the years and now only gift those who are kind enough to say thank you. A couple of Grandkids have asked why they haven't received a quilt yet and were told point blank that when they brush up on their manners and learn to thank the giver they, too, will be gifted. Didn't seem to sink in so now they receive nothing at all from us. My husband thinks I'm being mean --- I think I'm being cool. I can live with me and am satisfied.

Isn't it amazing how the thank you notes will magically appear once they are prompted?

I'm so sorry. Your quilts & ornaments are just beautiful & they deserved a HUGE thank you & acknowledgment. I am trying to teach my kids to get notes written immediately. You're right - I don't think I'd put my heart & soul into elaborate gifts again, sadly. Lovely, lovely gifts!

I'm sure we all agree "it is better to give than to receive." Our joy comes from making something for someone and giving it to them. Yes, a TY would be nice. I agree that no thank you----no gift!!! Seems like others besides family members can be more thrilled with handmade gifts. Wonder why that is?! Your quilts are wonderful.

What a great learning moment! I commend you. Where in PA? I'm in Elk County.

Some people (too many, actually) don't get the "quilt" thing, or the "handmade gift" thing, and that is too bad. I PREFER to make gifts rather than buy them, however, I've learned that some people won't appreciate the extra effort put into handmade things. I also give my nieces and nephews gift cards or money because when kids are kids, they have certain specific things they want, and I can't keep up with all that.

Beautiful quilts, make one for yourself!

Hi Lois,
I had this happen to me once and I know the pain you are feeling. It is hard enough to lay out the cold hard cash that it takes to make such beautiful quilts, but to have the person not even send a card or make a phone call is unthinkable!

I am so sorry this has happened to you.

Maybe once they use your quilt for a while they will use thier noodles to stop and give a word of thanks.

Why don't you e-mail them and ask if they have received the quilts? Then if you don't get a thank you, e-mail back and say "You're welcome!" Maybe that will remind them. Kids today are not taught the proper etiquette of thank you notes.

Hang in there. You can adopt me. I send thank you notes for thank you notes! LOL

Beautiful quilts and ornaments! I am sorry that your sad, but I must say your quilts are beautiful!

does anyone know where i could find vintage apron patterns for the 50's and 60's in plus size i need a 2x or 3x or does anyone on here sew this kind of aprons...i would be grafeful if anyone knows...thanks

beautiful quilts -

There is no account for manners.

No - you're not being unrealistic. I had a SIL that did the same thing....only on one occasion she called me, laughing, and told me a "story"....well, the story ended up them laughing and joking about what I'd MADE her!!!!! That was the last present I ever gave her. I made her brother buy her presents from then on...and if he didn't buy her one, so be it! Give them another week and call to say you wanted to double check if the items got there. If they say yes, then remind them that it would have been nice for them to have acknowledged it.

If they actually did receive these incredible quilts and didn't acknowledge them, then that is beyond unacceptable. You would probably be better off making charity quilts for infants in hospitals. At least you would be appreciated for your hard work and generousity. I'm so sorry you were hurt. You obviously didn't deserve it.

Everything is great, I don't know why some people do not let you know that they got their gifts :(

It's sad when family doesn't appreciate the love you give in homemade gifts; espcially those as nice as you did. You did a great job, so be proud of yourself and make the next quilt for yourself! You will appreciate it! :-)

All are extremely beautiful and treasures. So sorry for them if they do not realize that. What a world it would be if all people ever had was "big box" store stuff. You are most generous, but you are right, maybe it is store bought for them in the future and save your beautiful work for those who really appreciate it.

My sister lives in Denmark and always carefully selected gifts for the grandchildren whenever she visited. Never received a thank-you. Last year, when they were all together, she said to them "I hope you like your gifts. They are the last you will receive from me unless I get a thank-you note." She now receives enthusiastic notes! Obviously she taught the children what her own children neglected to do!

Some people just don't know how much we put into these things. I made my baby sister one 2 years ago for Christmas and she re-did her whole bedroom around the quilt, now that's someone that loved her gift!!LOL!! My mom lives with her and she sews so my sissy knows that she is truly loved when we make something for her, as most all my family does.
I say if you don't hear something then I'd go for a gift card next time!!!

I like all of them. I certainly would have called and probably e-mailed as well. At least mentioned them in an e-mail , if that was not the subject of the e-mail. I love hand made items and appreciate the fact that someone liked me enough to devote that much time and effort into gifts. Definately....STORE bought next time. :-D