Monday, March 2, 2026

Pantone Quilt Challenge 2026

Did you hear? The 2026 Pantone Quilt Challenge kicks off today and will run for 8 weeks through April 27. This year's challenge is hosted by Sarah Ruiz @bysarahruiz and Audrey Esarey @cottonandbourbon, and the challenge will feature Cloud Dancer, Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year.


Now I know that Cloud Dancer got a verrryyyy mixed reception when it was announced in December, and even I felt some disappointment. But if the challenge is on, I'm in!


Per tradition, my daughter Rachel @snippetsofsweetness ordered us both Pantone COTY Swatch Cards, and yes, knowing I'd need plenty of Cloud Dancer-colored fabric for my challenge project, I've ordered a couple fabrics to see the closest match, just like I usually do. Though the challenge rules say to Make a white-ish quilt, I was still curious. All I know so far is that Kona White is not it. Not that I won't use some of that, but it's not a match. So stay tuned for more there, but meanwhile, here's a link to Pantone Quilt Challenge 2026 – Week 1. Are you in? 

3 comments:

  1. I started cutting fabric today. I am using what I have on hand which is a lot of low volume and white on white. There is an idea simmering if I can just figure out how to translate it to the design wall.

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  2. I might jump in, but due to my interest in Project Quilting and the SAHRR, if I do it will be a delayed start. I'm always curious about what might match and I look forward to what you are inspired to make this year!

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  3. I'm on the fence. Looking forward to what you create. however!

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