When I remember the history of quilting, I have to chuckle at those who put great money into quilts today. If I were going to show quilts at a national competition, I'd probably do that but my quilts are for general use and I put into them what I like and think is a reasonable price. So far, nothing has failed to meet the test, even the ones that have been favorites of the grandchildren and had hard use. Most of the antique quilts that have failed, it is because of the dyes that were used at the time and those quilters used what they had, feedsacks or even recycled clothes. Putting aside that Quilts of Valor are certainly for a worthy cause, charity quilts may meet with a fate that is not what we'd hope. Use what you can afford and looks good at the time. Broadcloth is cheaper and holds up well but some quilters would not put that into their quilts. Sadly, some charity quilts are only appreciated by the family pet or end up in the trash. Some people do not realize the time and money put into them. Some may end up at nursing homes and endure harsh laundry methods. The real value of a quilt is the love that goes into it. Others can be purchased a lot cheaper at big box stores.