One of my grandmothers sewed plain utility quilts made from rectangles of wool and corduroy, probably from outgrown clothing and coats, backed with flannel and tied with red yarn. I remember dark green binding. She had a treadle sewing machine. I wasn't lucky enough to inherit one of the quilts. I have plans to make my own--I have a few pieces of corduroy and am just waiting for the mood to strike me!