I tried searching the internet for an answer to your question, but did not find anything like you described.
There are techniques known as "strip piecing" and I believe Kay Wood was one who taught it, but it was for fast assembly. Sewing strips side by side and then cutting them in various widths....similar to the way an Irish Chain block is made. If I can find more information, I will send it. I am curious about this as well. Thanks for bring up the subject. June