Patriotic themes increase. First American factory production of cloth and thread begins. Eight-pointed Star, Ohio Star, and Hourglass patterns are in use. Quilting is introduced to Hawaii by missionaries. The pieced patterns Irish Chain, Double Irish Chain, Clamshell, and Thousand Pyramids are known.
Permanent ink makes signature quilts more popular.
Godey's Lady's Book introduced, with regular needlework and quilting sections. American mills are producing cotton calicoes. Sashing comes into use to frame individual blocks. Patchwork blocks are both portable and frugal uses for scraps, and may have become popular among pioneer women as a result. Colorful, bright and flamboyant chintz is popular.