I wouldn't give away anything - whether it had my name on it or not - that I wouldn't be proud to give to my family, best friend, husband, etc. These quilts are supposed to be full of love and caring - not just using up "crap" we don't like. I'm not saying you can't incorporate a less than favorite fabric, but you can always find a pattern that doesn't make it the focal point. I do Hospice quilts and I make what ever pattern suits me. The freedom of chosing the pattern, the size, and the fabric is one of the reasons I love doing charity quilts. I don't have to consider someone's decor or favorite colors, bed size, etc. I don't know what charity you are donating to, but Hospice quilts are given to the family after their loved one passes on. I would DIE if I thought one of my quilts didn't hold up - and this was one of the last memories they have of their loved one.