
October Meeting
Saturday, October 10
Diana Karna -- Sew a Quilted Jacket
Hybrid Meeting -- Speaker In Person
Meeting Starts at 10:00am
Program starts at 11:00am
Meeting is at Mizell Center, 480 S Sunrise Way, Palm Springs CA
ENTER THE PARKING LOT FROM RAMON.
Guest fee $10 -- Pay below
October Workshop
Sunday, October 11

Workshop is 9:00am to 4:00pm
Class is held at Del Webb Sun City Shadow Hills, Montecito Clubhouse. Go to programs page for more details using the button above.
There are still spaces available.



SAVE THESE DATES!!
October 24 and 25, 2026 12pm to 3pm -- All Star Virtual Sampler Platter From Global Quilt Connection
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November 7, 2026 9am to 12pm -- Sew What Table at Joslyn Center
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December 7 - 9, 2026 -- Retreat in Temecula, CA
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December 12, 2026 9am to 12pm -- Holiday Party at Desert Willow Country Club
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Entries Open for these Events:
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Riverside County Fair and Date Festival -- February 11 - 28, 2027
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Desert Guilds Quilt Show -- March 5 & 6, 2027 -- Pavilion in Palm Springs
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Call for Quilts SCCQG ROAD 2027 Special Exhibit
Road to California Quilters Conference January 19-23, 2027
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This exhibit is all about sharing quilts created by SCCQG quiltmakers. Quilts of all
styles and techniques are welcome so long as they meet the requirements below.
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Entry requirements are as follows (please read carefully):
• The quilt must have been finished in 2025/2026 and be in good condition.
• Size: perimeter should not be larger than 240" overall nor smaller than
60" overall.
• Embellishments must not protrude more than 1/2" from the surface of the quilt.
• The quilt must be made of fabric and quilted either by hand, or machine, or both.
• It must be constructed of three layers and bound or closed around all quilt edges.
• Quilt/hanging must have an attached 4" hanging sleeve.
• Entrant must be a current member of an SCCQG Member Guild or an
Affiliate member.
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• Enter by email. Entries must include a separate digital jpeg photo named
as follows; Entrant's first initial, last name, underscore (J, Guild Initials.
For example: WSmith_SBQG.jpeg
For on-line entry form go to SCCQG and look of SCCQG Exhibit At Road to California 2027: Click here to go to SCCQG website
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Timetable
December 11, 2025 (Friday) All entry forms and photos are due.
Entries need to include a current email address for confirmation of receipt. See
instructions above. Photos may be of the quilt top so long as the quilt is finished
and arrives on time. Notification emails will include shipping instructions. Entrants
will be responsible for all shipping and insurance costs for sending and returning.
Sleeve and label instructions will also be included.
December 30 - January 9 Quilts must be received. There may be drop-offs at
various locations. TBD.
January 19-23 - Quilts are displayed at the R2CA QUILT SHOW
January 23 — February 12, 2027 Quilts will be returned according to
prior arrangements.
Questions via email to roadexhibitcurator@sccqg.org (Olivia
Carnahan)

Needles and Pins
created by Needles & Pins Friendship Group
quilted by Vivien McGuire
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Raffle drawing Saturday, December 12, 2026
Opportunity Quilt 2026
Our Heritage of Quilting
Centrally located in the beautiful Coachella Valley in Southern California, the Guild is a non-profit organization that welcomes all.
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The Coachella Valley Quilt Guild promotes the appreciation of quilting, shares and upholds the heritage of a timeless folk art, and furthers the education and skills of Guild members.
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We are a member of the Southern California Council of Quilt Guilds.Â
Member Benefits
Join our community and unlock exclusive access to our artisanal quilting resources and educational workshops.
Education
- Hands-on workshops led by master quilters
- Small group workshops on heritage techniques
- Retreats and excursions
- Discounts for members
- Mentorship opportunities
- Regular Eblasts and comprehensive website
Resources
- Membership Directory
- Block of the Month
- Workshop materials
- Friendship groups
- Recommended online patterns
Community
- Monthly meetings and social events
- Direct mentorship from guild members
- Priority access to our quilting events
- Updates on Facebook and Instagram
- Sew What Table sales throughout the year
- Biennial Desert Guilds Quilt Show
Member Gallery

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