United States of America

From the day after Thanksgiving until December 24, people all over the United States decorate trees, cook festive food, attend religious services, and prepare fro Santa’s Christmas Eve visit. Customs linked to the past and many countries are often observed in combination with secular and Christian traditions unique to this country. Still, the common denominator of American Christmases is the celebration of peace, goodwill, and family togetherness.

This Santa’s robe reflects several elements of African-American quilting–narrow strips; boldly contrasting colors; and large, asymmetrical designs. In the same way that jazz, blues, and dance can be improvised, the arrangement of fabric in this quilting tradition is intentionally unpredictable and playful. In the past, these elements served African religious and cultural purposes and are now admired for their aesthetic qualities.

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