What I’m Really Giving When I Give a Quilt

People give cards. People give candles. People give gift cards.

I give hours.

When I make someone a quilt, whether it’s for a new baby, a wedding, or a friend going through a hard season, I’m not just giving them fabric stitched together. I’m giving them time. Hours of thought about what colors they love, hours of careful piecing, hours of quilting and binding, all wrapped up into something they can hold onto.

The Story Behind “Made With Love”

This song came from thinking about all the quilts I’ve made for people over the years. Baby quilts for new arrivals. Wedding quilts in someone’s chosen colors. Comfort quilts for friends going through difficult times. Each one is different, but they all carry the same intention: love, made tangible.

I wanted this song to feel joyful, because that’s exactly what gift-giving through quilting feels like. There’s so much happiness in choosing fabric for someone, imagining their face when they open it, and knowing that what you’re giving can’t be bought in a store.

“Spill On It, Wash It, Wear It Thin”

This line in the outro is one of my favorites on the whole album. A handmade quilt isn’t meant to be preserved behind glass or kept “for good.” It’s meant to be used. Loved. Worn thin over years of cuddles, naps, and cold nights. That’s not damage, that’s the quilt doing exactly what it was made to do.

Frequently Asked Questions About “Made With Love”

What is this song about? The joy and meaning behind giving handmade quilts as gifts.

What genre is “Made With Love”? Upbeat folk-pop with a joyful, celebratory feel.

Is this a good song for quilters who make gifts for others? Absolutely. If you’ve ever poured hours into a quilt for someone you love, this song was written for you.

🎧 Stream “Made With Love” and tag someone who has ever received (or made) a quilt with love. Share the song with them.