The Austin Area Quilt Guild (AAQG) holds a challenge in off-show (odd-numbered) years. These challenges provide a welcome opportunity for guild members to try out their creativity and skill. For more information, email the Challenge Coordinator or read the Quips.

Challenge themes have included:

• 1997 - "Concerto Verde" (Musical theme)
• 1999 - "It's about water"
• 2001 - "Out of the Blue"
• 2003 - "Flower Power"
• 2005 - "Stars of Texas"
• 2007 - "The Recycle of Life"
• 2009 - "Playing with the Color Wheel"