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It’s time to get planning! Here is a roundup of all the 2026 community sewing challenges currently set to go ahead. Each month there is something different to inspire and motivate you to sew. Check out the Challenges section of your Stash Hub app each month for the full details of how to join in…

We asked, you answered, and now we’re excited to share what’s coming to Stash Hub in 2026! Earlier, we conducted a user feedback survey to understand what features would make your sewing life even easier. The response was incredible, and we’ve been hard at work turning your suggestions into a set of updates that you’ll…

It’s the penultimate month of 2025 already! The sewing community is still bringing it, with November 2025 sewing challenges taking place in the Instagram community. Will you be using your sewing time this month to make gifts for loved ones? Adding a garment with a modern twist to your collection? Or perhaps you’ll be assessing…

Here’s your round up of the October 2025 sewing challenges taking place in the Instagram community. Will you recreate a look that’s inspired you, upcycle something unloved, sew workwear or an afternoon tea outfit? And how will you interpret the SAGAM theme of Obscure October? This blog post tells you everything you need to know…

We’ve got a bumper crop of September 2025 sewing challenges! If you want to join in multiple challenges but only have limited sewing time, use some creative thinking to consider how you could create one item that fits the criteria for more than one challenge, known as challenge stacking. Some of this month’s challenges are…

August 2025 sewing challenges work together to bring a theme of sustainable sewing this month. Use up your scraps for #OhScrap25 and Appliqué August, and revamp unloved garments with #AugustAlterations. Find out more about how to join in with Instagram sewing challenges in this blog post. It’s really important to use the Instagram Tag Feature…

Need motivation to sew up your stash? These July 2025 sewing challenges are a brilliant way to get inspired and boost your sew-jo this month. Plus, there are opportunities to win prizes for that extra boost! What will you sew this month? Will you explore pattern hacking, make a co-ord set or share your love…

Need a sewing boost this month? These June 2025 sewing challenges are a brilliant way to spark creativity, connect with fellow sewists, and maybe even win a prize or two along the way! There are lots of challenges this month, so you’re bound to find something that fits with your plans. Sew something fruity, celebrate…

Magic Mockup is a new free tool to help you visualise sewing projects. Upload pictures of the fabric and pattern line drawing to generate a mockup of what the project could look like. Create mockups in seconds without having to learn any new skills. Magic Mockup is available on the web here: https://mockup.stashhubapp.com or as…

What is an Instagram sewing challenge? An Instagram sewing challenge is a community-driven event on Instagram where participants are encouraged to engage with a specific theme. Often, this involves sewing a project inspired by the theme and sharing the finished make to Instagram within a certain time frame. Challenges are hosted by creators or brands…