I think we have to remember that everyone has different tastes. Some people think quilts are tacky. I would take a good look at how the person's home is decorated. If they have antiques and well-loved cozy objects in their home then I would be more inclined to think that they might love and appreciate a quilt. If however, their home is decorated with a more modern sparse look, then maybe they would think of a quilt as clutter. Everyone has a different "eye" for what they think is beautiful and what they find value in. It's hard not to take it personally when you pour love into making something for someone. Let's face it, even amongst us quilters I'm sure that there are projects we've seen that others have made that we didn't particularly care for. That doesn't mean it's not beautiful, it's just not for you.