Big Sew 2026 is part of our Community Makes initiative — a free, welcoming creative space where makers come together to share projects, ideas, and encouragement.

Each month, participants receive a sewing prompt designed to spark creativity and help you start or finish a project. There’s no pressure and no perfection required — just make, share, and enjoy the process.

Whether you’re new to sewing or have years of experience, Big Sew 2026 is designed to meet you where you are.

Big Sew is designed to be flexible, welcoming, and pressure-free. You can join at any time during the year and participate at your own pace — there’s no need to commit upfront.

Join the Community

Start by joining our free Community Makes Facebook group, where monthly prompts, inspiration, and encouragement are shared.

Create with the Monthly Prompts

Each month, we’ll share a new sewing prompt. You may complete up to one project per prompt.
Prompts do not need to be completed in order, and you’re never required to sew every month.

• January -- Solids. This prompt is all about building from a strong foundation. Solid fabrics let color, texture, and design take center stage — no distractions, just creativity. Whether you keep it minimal or go bold, this is your chance to explore shape, contrast, and intention in a way that feels right for you.
• February -- Handmade with Love. We’re inviting you to sew something with someone special in mind. That could be a partner, child, friend, family member, neighbor, teacher — or even yourself. Love comes in many forms, and they all belong here.
• March -- Hello, Spring! March’s Community Makes prompt is all about welcoming the new season with color, movement, and fresh inspiration. Create a project using floral fabrics as the star. Your project can be quilted or sewn — big or small — and completely your own. This prompt is meant to feel light, creative, and full of possibility.
• April — Scrap Happy
  April’s Community Makes prompt is all about creativity, sustainability, and making something beautiful from what you already have. This month, we’re celebrating the art of scrap sewing—using leftover fabrics, treasured pieces, and saved scraps as the foundation for your project. Your scraps can be coordinated or completely random, big or small, new or well-loved. This prompt encourages makers to slow down, explore what’s in their stash, and find joy in every piece. 
• May — Summer Ready
  May’s Community Makes prompt is all about getting ready for the sunny days ahead. Create something you’ll use and love all summer long—whether that’s for outdoor gatherings, everyday adventures, or even your furry friends. Think picnic quilts, beach bags, table linens, or something fun for your pets like bandanas, beds, or toys. Your project can be practical, playful, or a little bit of both—whatever helps you step into summer feeling ready.
• June — One Yard Wonders 
  June’s prompt focuses on doing more with less. Makers are challenged to create something using just one yard of fabric.
  From bags and accessories to home décor and small quilts, there are so many possibilities packed into a single cut. This is perfect for quick summer makes, trying something new, and encouraging creativity without overwhelm.
  
  

Every Project Counts

There’s no need to choose an entry level ahead of time. At the end of the year, your entry level is determined by how many prompts you completed:

• 10–12 completed projects → Eligible for the Full Sew Entry Prize
• 6–9 completed projects → Eligible for the Mid Sew Entry Prize
• 3–5 completed projects → Eligible for the Mini Sew Entry Prize
• 1–2 completed projects → Eligible for participation or bonus prize drawings

No matter when you join — January, July, or later — every completed prompt counts.

Track & Submit Your Projects

To help you stay organized, we’ve provided an optional project tracker where you can log your projects as you go.
Final project submissions will be sent by email at the end of the year following instructions coming soon!

Community First

Sharing your projects in the Facebook group is encouraged for inspiration and connection, but it’s never required. Big Sew is about creativity, community, and enjoying the process — not perfection.

Big Sew 2026 is open to legal residents of the United States who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. No purchase is necessary to enter or win, and a purchase will not increase chances of winning. Entries are earned by completing eligible Community Makes monthly prompts and sharing projects in accordance with posted guidelines. The promotion begins January 2026 and ends December 2026. Winners will be selected at random from all eligible entries and announced via Keepsake Quilting and Community Makes channels. Prizes are non-transferable and no cash alternative is available. Void where prohibited. This promotion is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest. Full details, eligibility requirements, and entry guidelines will be posted on this page and may be updated throughout the promotion period.

- Giveaway open to U.S. residents 18+. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest.