I appreciate the insight and responses! I don't have one for fashion fabrics in the plans right now, but it gives me a way to use those bits and pieces left over that are too small for other projects, but I can't bear to toss any out that could be used "somehow". Pet beds for the local shelter are an awesome idea.
(I also have plans to make fabric "nests" for local wildlife rescue organizations this winter. They always have an influx of orphan baby animals in the spring and it would be a great way to use leftover quilting materials)