quilting

Making Music

I’ve been making music here at Pieceful Thoughts, getting ready for this Music Blog Hop hosted by Carla of Creatin’ in the Sticks. Music has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, so when I saw this Hop, I knew I wanted to join in. So thank you, Carla, for another fun Hop! 

Willie Nelson had it right when he crooned (does Willie croon?? Hmm . . .) anyway – when he sang “. . . life, my love, is making music with my friends . . .”  Friends are definitely the music of life, aren’t they? I thoroughly enjoy this community of friends here in blogland, and the encouragement we give one another. 

My little project for this Hop is for a good friend I have had since high school. We were in band together, and still laugh about all those miles we logged in marching band. While my marching band days ended in high school, she went on to participate in marching band in college. Now that she’s married and has a family, music has continued to be a strong part of her life. So I thought some cute little musical coasters might be fun for her to have. I asked her what her favorite color was, as well as her husband’s and daughter’s. Then I got to work. 

I brought this little project along with me on a little sewing retreat with Vicki (Vicki’s Crafts and Quilting) at her house. I have to confess – and Vicki will attest to this –  there was some muttering and time unpicking while I made these. There were some teensy pieces! They aren’t perfect, but they will do. 

Musical Note coasters using the paper piecing pattern by Ginger and Jam Designs - piecefulthoughts.com

This cute little musical note is a pattern from Ginger and Jam Designs. It is a paper-pieced design that comes in two sizes. I made the smaller version, and the coaster finishes at about 4 inches. 

Here’s a closer peek so you can see the detail a bit better. 

Another view of the Musical Note paper-pieced design by Ginger and Jam Designs - piecefulthoughts.com

Once the piecing was done, I pulled out some scrap batting and left over pieces of the white Grunge. After basting, I did a quick meander around the notes, then finished with a single fold binding. 

Quilting detail on the Musical Note paper-pieced pattern by Ginger and Jam Designs - piecefulthoughts.com

I’m still trying to get the hang of free motion, but it’s not too bad, right? 

The next time the two of us get together for coffee, I’ll be bringing these along to give to her. I can’t wait! 

Now it’s time for you to pop over and see what music my friends are making. Here’s the list, just click on a link and enjoy seeing some new quilty inspiration! 

Monday, November 14th

Just Let Me QuiltQuiltscapes
Words & StitchesSelina QuiltsMs P Designs USAHomespun Hannah’s Blog 

Tuesday, November 15th

MooseStashQuilting
Kathleen McMusingJust Sew QuilterPieceful Thoughts  – you’re here! Songbird DesignsDesertsky Quilting 

Wednesday, November 16th

Den syende himmelInflorescenceThat Fabric FeelingKarrin’s Crazy WorldKaren’s KornerQuilted Delights 

Thursday, November 17th

Creatin’ in the SticksElizabeth Coughlin Designs
Quilting GailJust Because QuiltsPurring CottageScrapdash

Hope you find ways of making music in your quilt room today! Thanks for being part of the music of my day! 

Wendy

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