Yesterday on The Quilt Show newest show, Ricky Tim's had. Great quilt he made from cowboy boots and a Wild West panel. Worth a look as it was quite cute. Any of the old patterns like a churn dash, barn door or stars have always been popular. Civil war type patterns would also be in the time period you are looking for. Look at Bonnie Blue or Red Crinoline is their new name and they have great patterns from Civil War era.