Quilt and Patchwork Names - Historical and Etymological Information Accompanied By Photographic Illustrations

Marie Webster's interesting book on the history and lore of quilts and their intriguing names.

Among the most fascinating features of quilt lore are the great number and wonderful variety of names given to quilt designs. A distinct individuality is worked into every quilt by its maker, which in most instances makes it worthy of a name. The many days spent in creating even a simple quilt give the maker ample time in which to ponder over a name for the design, so that the one selected generally reflects some peculiarity in her personality. History, politics, religion, nature, poetry, and romance, all are stitched into the gaily coloured blocks and exert their influence on quilt appellations.