
Patchwork and Quilting
The ‘Underground Railroad’ was a network of anti-slavery supporters in the USA and Canada, who operated safe houses for African-American slaves. It was in operation from the beginning of the nineteenth century and was at its peak of activity between 1859 and 1860. While there is no documentary evidence, in the popular American imagination quilts were used to identify safe houses on the Underground Railroad.
Utility quilting is the general term for quilts made quickly, with large stitches of different sizes. Another appropriate name is quick stitch quilting. WV
Wholecloth quilt is a term used for a quilt that has a top with only one colour. Stitching is often applied to the top cloth, to create an intricate decorative pattern.