I have learned to keep an eye out for bargains at the thrift store such as place mats etc that would make a great central panal for a crib or throw size quilt so that I can put one or two together for little investment of cost and time. A nice panel with some good coordinating borders from my scraps and stash works up fast. Add a fleece back in no time.
I try to keep a couple of these on hand to donate to those types of groups where I feel I want to donate but don't expect they will see a big return on my quilt. They have something nice to show, and if they only get $15 or so, I won't feel like I wasted my time and efforts.