The challenge for the 2026 Fly-In Quilt Show this summer is "Quilt Jam," where we're supposed to create a quilt based on a song. It has to be a new one, not something we've already made.
Looking back, I'm a little surprised at all the quilts I've made that have been based on songs. Songs / Music are wonderful inspiration for quilts!
Most notably, the John Hiatt Stolen Moments Series:
Mama Let You Lick the Spoon
Based on John Hiatt's song, Angel.
Spark in the Back of my Mind
Based on John Hiatt's song, Back of My Mind.
Northern Lights / Rivers of Light
Based on John Hiatt's song, Seven Little Indians.
There are a few more Hiatt-inspired quilts that are still in the works!
But there are others ...
Eddie Vedder' Tattoed Everything (Black)
For this challenge, I am mulling over the possibilities, collecting songs -- hearing and seeing songs in whole new ways in light of this challenge! Stay tuned!
