DESERT GUILDS QUILT

CHALLENGE 2026

“THE PAINT CHIP CHALLENGE”

Guidelines:  This challenge is based on the paint chips found in every home improvement store. Any color of paint chip can be your inspiration- a single-color chip, a monochromatic strip colored light to dark, or a strip of paint chips with multiple colors. The only requirement is that at least 50% of your quilt must include fabrics echoed by your paint chip (or strip) selection.  Grab multiple samples of your chosen chip- one must be included on your application, and one attached to your challenge piece. 

YOUR QUILT MAY BE TRADITIONAL, MODERN, OR ART; PIECED, APPLIQUE, OR SOMETHING NEW; AN ESTABLISHED PATTERN OR AN ORIGINAL DESIGN.

!.).  50% of the quilt must incorporate your selected paint chip(s) color

2.) The finished quilt must have a perimeter between

  60 and 120 inches

3.) The quilt must have three layers stitched together with finished edges. It will be hung using pins on a fabric wall. Embellishments should not extend more than ½ inch from the surface. A sleeve is optional. 

4.) Include the paint chip or strip that inspired your challenge on the Challenge entry form. (Remember 2 paint chips will be submitted-one on the application and one on your quilt.)

5) YOUR NAME, TITLE OF THE CHALLENGE PIECE, AND GUILD NAME MUST BE ON THE BACK OF THE PIECE. This may be on a label or written directly on the piece. No paper labels.

See below to download the guidelines and entry form.

To enter your quilt, download the entry form and bring it with you to your guild meeting along with the quilt and your paint chip in a brown/non-see through bag at your guild's February 2026 meeting.

Also check with your guild Challenge Representative for forms and more information.  Challenge quilts are due at your guilds' February 2026 meeting or as determined by the guild.