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?+
We don't have a California guild listed yet, but the state likely has active local and Modern Quilt Guild chapters. Browse our national guild directory and filter by state, or ask at a local quilt shop for guild recommendations.
Are there quilt shows in California?+
California doesn't currently host one of the major national quilt shows. Quilters in California commonly travel to neighboring states for major shows.
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.
