We have a lovely vintage crazy quilt, from my husband's side of the family, probably from Kansas. It is over 60 years old, I think. Falling apart in many places, but still beautiful. It is sewn mostly out of velvets- whoever made it used plain and striped velvets. There is some embroidery on it, and some painted work!
I sent some photos of it to one of my favorite bloggers, Sharon, who I think is one of the world's most talented crazy quilters! If you haven't seen her 100 details for 100 days, please check it out- it is amazing! Her site has made me want to sit down and try some of this crazy quilting!