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Monthly Quilting Challenges Made for Real Life

No pressure. No deadlines. One month at a time.

  • Beginner friendly
  • Any size project counts
  • Join anytime

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How the Monthly Quilting Challenge Works

No pressure. No deadlines. Just progress.

Step 3: 

Upload to Confirm Participation

Share your progress or finished piece to officially count as a participant.

Step 1: 

Register for the Monthly Challenge

Sign up to get access to this month’s challenge details and resources.

Step 2: 

Create at Your Own Pace

Work on any project size, whenever it fits your schedule.

Step 1: 

Register for the Monthly Challenge

Sign up to get access to this month’s challenge details and resources.

Step 2: 

Create at Your Own Pace

Work on any project size, whenever it fits your schedule.

Step 3: 

Upload to Confirm Participation

Share your progress or finished piece to officially count as a participant.

How to Participate
What counts and how flexible participation is.

Explore April Theme
See this month’s focus and example blocks.

Challenge Calendar
Helpful tools, community, and guidance.

This Month’s Active Challenge

April’s challenge is now live. Explore the theme, join the kickoff, and participate at your own pace.

APRIL CHALLENGE
APPLIQUÉ

April is all about exploring appliqué. This creative technique allows you to layer fabric shapes onto a background and bring more detail, personality, and dimension into your projects.

 

This month focuses on building confidence with different appliqué methods while keeping the process flexible and enjoyable.

 

Whether you choose simple shapes or more detailed designs, appliqué gives you the freedom to create in your own style.

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Register to explore full challenge details.

2026 Monthly Challenge Calendar

One theme a month — jump in anytime. Hover a tile to see skill badges.

Traditional Quilt Blocks

January

Start the year with the classics. Think Nine Patch, Log Cabin, Ohio Star — timeless blocks that never go out of style.

View January Details

Flying Geese

February

Start the year with the classics. Think Nine Patch, Log Cabin, Ohio Star — timeless blocks that never go out of style.
 

View February Details

Half-Square Triangles

March

Start the year with the classics. Think Nine Patch, Log Cabin, Ohio Star — timeless blocks that never go out of style.

View March Details

APPLIQUÉ

April

Explore appliqué by layering fabric shapes, practicing clean edges, and creating personalized designs that build creativity and confidence.

Community Spotlight

Each month we feature one maker from the previous challenge. Real projects. Real progress.

“ I finally finished a block I’ve been avoiding. The monthly theme gave me the push I needed.
— Featured Maker

Want to be featured? Join the challenge + share your progress photos.

Community Hub

Join the conversation, share progress, and watch replays anytime.

Community Hub

Join the conversation, share progress, and watch replays anytime.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this beginner friendly?

Yes. Each theme is designed so beginners can jump in while experienced quilters can explore more advanced ideas.

Do I need to finish a full quilt to participate?

Not at all. One block, a small project, or visible progress all count.

Where do I watch the live sessions?

All live kickoffs and replays are hosted on our YouTube channel. Links will be shared by email and on the challenge page.

How do I enter the giveaways?

Giveaway details and entry instructions are shared during the live sessions and in the monthly blog post.
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