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We’re kicking off the 2026 Monthly Color Challenge, and I’m so glad you’re here. This block of the month has become a favorite for so many quilters, and it’s always exciting to see a new year begin.
2026 Monthly Color Challenge: A Free Quilt Block of the Month
For 2026, our color inspiration is coming from frogs. When I first decided on that idea, I’ll admit I hesitated, would there really be enough variety to carry us through an entire year? But, as usual, Mother Nature knew exactly what she was doing. From subtle neutrals to bold, unexpected pops of color, our frog friends have plenty to offer. We have a year of beautiful color ahead of us.
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| Photo by Trevor Persons, Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. |
Our color this month is green and inspired by the Northern Leopard Frog, a frog I remember trying to catch often as a child. According to Wikipedia the Northern Leopard Frog is a larger species of frog and can reach 4.3 inches in length. These frogs tend to be mostly green or brown, with black spots, but there are some that do not have spots and there are even some blue ones. It's amazing what you learn when you go looking for frog inspired color.
The fabrics I am using this year are Whisper Weave and Whisper Weave Too. They are basics from Benartex and have a wonderful texture to give these blocks some movement. February's colors are peppermint and evergreen.
Each month comes with its own How To video. I walk you through how to cut, stitch, and trim every part of the block, so no matter your skill level, you can make each block with us. You can find the link to the How To video each month at the bottom of the PDF instructions.
This month we are making the Ohio Star block with a slight variation to the center. This is one of my favorite blocks to make and by adding a little something to the center we can really make it our own.
Should you ever have questions throughout the year, you are more than welcome (and encouraged) to email me at [email protected]. You can also join the Quilt and Learn with Patterns by Jen Facebook group, where you can share your finished blocks and ask questions. Follow me on Instagram and use #monthlycolorchallenge when you post your fabric choices and finished blocks.
Here’s a look at the full block for February. You can download the pattern HERE and start sewing, I can’t wait to see your blocks when they’re finished!
If you’d like the Monthly Color Challenge blocks sent straight to your inbox, be sure to subscribe using the sign-up link below.
The February block is free through the end of the month and is available in my Payhip shop. If you’re finding us after February, the block will still be available there for just $1.
While it’s too late to receive the January and February instructions by email, you can still subscribe to have the March – December Monthly Color Challenge blocks (plus the final layout!) delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up HERE.
I’m so happy to be back with the Monthly Color Challenge and to have you here with me.
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