For me, sometimes I will just make a quilt. I don't know who it is for.
I have made quilts and given them to the elderly people in my area, or made a baby quilts and someone I know becomes pregnant and I give them the quilt.
Now, if someone asks for a quilt, or hints they would like something homemade, I do tend to find out what their colors are or what room they will put it in so I can match somewhat of the decore.
I don't like making quilts and they not get used. I like to quilt, and I like to give. I try very hard to give a gift I know will be used.
If I know someone is not going to use something I make, I won't give it to them. That is common sense. But, I hope that I am always a giver of my work and can only hope the person that gets it appreciates it.
I love homemade gifts. I don't think I could ever be unhappy with a gift. That is just me and I like me! LOL