Lesson learned. I did weaving a long time before I started quilting and had the same things happen. Now, my little trick is to mention my weaving or quilting when I am around folks who will be receiving a future surprise from me: something like how long I have been working on a tablecloth,etc. this way they get an idea in advance how many hours goes into my work. I might give them a hand woven dish towel first to see what they think before I make them a full tablecloth. I can quickly get a feel for which folks really appreciate hand made things. The others I buy a gift for. I know they wont appreciate what I might make them, and would probably like something from a store just as well. They are happy, and I save myself time and trouble,lol. Just my little way.