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Quilt Shops by State
Quilt Shops in California
11 California quilt shops in our directory, plus shop hops, shows, and the state's quilting community.
California quilt shops
Richmond, California
A Richmond fabric shop and gallery hosting a monthly artist reception alongside consignment quilts and cloth dolls.
fabric & gallery spaceconsignment quiltscloth dollsmonthly art reception
Read the full Bay Quilts story →Rancho Cordova, California
A Sacramento-area maker space specializing in bright modern fabrics and Shannon Cuddle/minky prints.
modern fabricsCuddle/minkymaker spaceretreats
Read the full Cali Quilt Co story →Bakersfield, California · Since 2012
A Bakersfield shop founded in 2012 by a longarm specialist and her mother, now a full-line Bernina and Handi Quilter dealer.
longarm quiltingBernina & Handi Quilter dealermachine repair
Read the full Cherry Berry Quilts story →Templeton, California
Husband-and-wife modern fabric shop on California's Central Coast, focused on florals and geometrics.
Modern florals and geometricsDesigner fabric linesFat quarter and precut bundles
Read the full Cottoneer Fabrics story →Sacramento, California · Since 2011
A Sacramento shop running since 2011, known for its Block of the Month programs and hand embroidery supplies.
Block of the Monthhand embroideryclasses
Read the full Fabric Garden story →San Luis Obispo, California · Since 2008
A modern SLO fabric shop that grew from a home napkin business into a nationally ranked top-10 quilt shop.
modern fabricstop-10 national rankingapparel sewing patterns
Read the full Picking Daisies story →Woodland Hills, California
A 30-year Southern California destination shop where founder Linda Potsic still teaches Saturday classes.
destination fabric shopweekly classesbatting & notions
Read the full Quilt Emporium story →Fallbrook, California · Since 1990
A North San Diego County gem since 1990, run by a husband-and-wife team with over 3,000 fabrics in stock.
3,000+ fabricscurated kitsmachine repair
Read the full Quilter's Cottage story →San Diego, California · Since 1990
Established in 1990, this San Diego shop stocks over 18,000 bolts of premium cotton and offers FaceTime personal shopping.
18,000+ boltsJanome dealerFaceTime personal shopping
Read the full Rosie's Calico Cupboard story →San Diego, California
A family-owned San Diego shop offering fabric, notions, and on-location machine service as a Bernina and Janome dealer.
Bernina & Janome dealeron-site machine serviceembroidery classes
Read the full Sew Hut story →Ventura, California · Since 2006
Curated Japanese import and modern fabrics, precuts, and craft supplies, online since 2006.
Japanese import fabricsModern quilting cottonsPrecuts and kitsCurated inventory
Read the full Superbuzzy story →Quilting guilds in California
Canyon Quilters of San Diego
San Diego · Founded 1985
Los Angeles Modern Quilt Guild
Los Angeles · Founded 2009
Orange County Modern Quilt Guild
Laguna Woods
Orange County Quilters Guild
Anaheim · Founded 1981
River City Quilters' Guild
Sacramento
Sacramento Modern Quilt Guild
Sacramento
Know a great California quilt shop?
We're building the most complete quilt-shop directory on the internet, state by state. If you know an independent quilt shop in Californiathat should be listed here, let us know — we'll verify and add it.
Submit a California quilt shop →California shop hops in 2026
FabShop Hop
Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2026
Monthly online shop hop where participants visit participating online shops and find hidden bunnies on each shop's website. Year-round event with monthly prize drawings.
Official site →Quilt shows in California
Road to California
Ontario
Jan 20–23, 2027
The Folsom Quilt & Fiber Guild
Folsom
Feb 5–7, 2027
Pajaro Valley Quilt Association
Watsonville
Feb 27–28, 2027
Coachella Valley Quilt Guild
Palm Springs
Mar 5, 2027
Desert Guilds Quilt Show
Palm Springs
Mar 5, 2027
Monterey Peninsula Quilters Guild
May 1–2, 2027
Sierra Mtn. Quilters
Oakhurst
May 15–16, 2027
Amador Valley Quilters
Pleasanton
Usually April
Quilting in California
California's economy would be the 5th largest in the world if it were a country. California's quilting scene includes 111 active quilting guilds, 11 shops in our directory, 20 quilt shows, and 1 shop hop in 2026. Whether you're shopping for fabric, looking for a guild, or planning a quilt road trip, the resources below cover it all.
FAQ about California quilt shops
What are the best quilt shops in California?
California has 11 quilt shops in our directory: Bay Quilts, Cali Quilt Co, Cherry Berry Quilts, Cottoneer Fabrics, Fabric Garden, Picking Daisies, Quilt Emporium, Quilter's Cottage, Rosie's Calico Cupboard, Sew Hut, Superbuzzy. The state also has dozens of independent shops that are not yet listed — ask at your local quilt guild meeting for a complete picture of shops in your area.
Is there a California quilt shop hop?
Yes. California participates in one 2026 shop hop: FabShop Hop. Shop hops are typically multi-week events where you visit participating shops, collect passport stamps, and qualify for prize drawings.
Are there quilting guilds in California?
Yes — California has 111 quilting guilds in our directory, including Canyon Quilters of San Diego, Los Angeles Modern Quilt Guild, Orange County Modern Quilt Guild. Each listing links to the guild's own website or public filing record.
Are there quilt shows in California?
Our show directory lists 20 quilt shows in California: Road to California, The Folsom Quilt & Fiber Guild, Pajaro Valley Quilt Association, Coachella Valley Quilt Guild, Desert Guilds Quilt Show, Monterey Peninsula Quilters Guild, Sierra Mtn. Quilters, Amador Valley Quilters, Busy Bears Quilt Guild, Diablo Valley Quilters, Heart of the Valley Quilt & Textile Art Show, Manteca Quilters, and more. Each has its own page with its usual month and, once announced, its next dates.
Where is the best place to buy quilt fabric in California?
For California quilters, the established shops in our directory (above) are the starting point. Add your local quilt guild's shop recommendations, and consider trying one of the major online retailers (Missouri Star, Fat Quarter Shop, eQuilter) for specialty or hard-to-find fabrics.