San Fernando Valley Quilt Association

Lecture: Asian Designs in a Modern World with Rami Kim
2025-11-10 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Wilkinson Senior Center, 8956 Vanalden St, Northridge, CA, 91324, United States
Rami’s lecture is based on Rami’s third book, “Elegant Cotton, Wool, Silk Quilts,” which features a fusion of brand new Asian designs, with Western styles. With the current craze for Asian fabics and techniques, artists everywhere are eager to adopt something fresh and innovative. This lecture and trunk show will demonstrate many designs and concepts more than a few thousand years old, from the “Land of Morning Calm,” Korea. Quilts, wearable art, traditional costumes called “Hanbok,” bags, wrapping cloths called “Bojahgy” and many more items will be inspirational and practical projects for today’s needle artists.

Boutique Stitch-Up Day
2026-01-11 09:00 - 15:30 | Quilting for Community, 21706 Devonshire St, Chatsworth, CA, 91311, United States
Let’s get together, share some laughs and sew with a purpose. Bring your creative projects and help stock our boutique at the quilt show with unique sellable handmade items. We’re going to gather at Quilting for Community to work on these projects to sell at the boutique. Items that sell well are:
Table runners
Fabric bowls
Zipper pouches
Soft eye glasses cases
Small to medium sized quilts
But you can bring your own special ideas too!
Come join the fun as we gather together to inspire each other to create fun things to sell.
NO CHARGE!

Workshop: Strip Pieced Mariner's Compass Basics with Robin Ruth
2026-02-08 09:00 - 15:30 | Quilting for Community, 21706 Devonshire St, Chatsworth, CA, 91311, United States
Have you ever wanted to make a Mariner’s Compass block but were too intimidated? Not a fan of paper piecing or using tedious templates? You’ll love this class for learning how to make 16-point compass blocks in 16 different sizes using Robin’s design rulers and strip-piecing method.
In this workshop, Robin will give a detailed overview of the modern technique and projects using her system of rulers, books, and patterns for Strip Pieced Mariner’s Compass blocks and variations. You’ll learn all the basics for making either a Skinny Robin or Fat Robin Mariner’s Compass block. She brings the Mariner’s Compass block into the 21st century with her modern technique. She will also show us projects and different ways for you to create your own modern mariner’s compass project. You’ll be making one of the blocks featured above, but here’s a sample of what you can create once you learn the basics! You’ll be amazed at the variety of projects that can be created!
Skill level: Intermediate
Also note this class will be held at Quilting for Community in Chatsworth and Robin will have her rulers available for sale.

Lecture: Robin Ruth, "Modern Mariner's Compass, Strip Pieced!"
2026-02-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Wilkinson Senior Center, 8956 Vanalden St, Northridge, CA, 91324, United States
Robin Ruth is a celebrated quilter and author known for her expertise in creating Mariner’s Compass quilts without paper piecing. Her revolutionary approach to this traditional block has inspired many quilters to explore new techniques and push the boundaries of their craft. Through her books and workshops, Robin shares her knowledge and passion for quilting, helping others to achieve precision and accuracy in their own projects.
Her interest in Mariner Compasses began in 1992 when her husband became a Naval Officer in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. She wanted to celebrate with a Mariner Compass quilt and discovered a better way than paper piecing. Her approach to the famously complicated compass block is surprisingly simple. But also, her unique aesthetic sing bright fabrics (Including Kaffe Fasset fabric lines) yield novel and unique quilts.
Robin Ruth’s quilts are a testament to her skill and dedication to her craft. Her Mariner’s Compass designs are particularly renowned for their intricate detail and precision. She recently was the featured quilter at the 2025 Washington State Quilters Quilt Show and was featured in the December 1029 Love of Quilting magazine. Robin continues to inspire and educate quilters of all levels, encouraging creativity and innovation in their work and offering fresh perspectives on traditional techniques.

Local Sleep-at-Home Retreat at Quilty Pleasures Feb 20-22, 2026
2026-02-20 - 2026-02-22 | Quilty Pleasures, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165, Simi Valley, CA, 93065, United States
Three days of uninterrupted, non-stop sewing at Quilty Pleasures!
You’ll enjoy the comfort of sleeping in your own bed each night and the camaraderie of friends and fellow quilters to inspire and motivate you to make progress on your projects.
You’ll be able to sew from sun up to sun down and beyond, and there’s plenty of restaurants and food options within walking distance in the Town Center ~ or you can bring your own food.
For all 3 days:
Members: $50
Non-Members: $60
Need minimum of 9 attendees or it will be cancelled.

Lecture (Zoom) Teresa Duryea Wong, "Sewing & Survival, Native American Quilts 1880-2022"
2026-03-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
This lecture covers a tumultuous period in Native American culture beginning in 1880,when Native lands were taken away, buffalo herds were decimated, forced relocations were happening all over North America, and the educational system changed dramatically. Indigenous Americans spent the 1880s and the next few decades learning to adapt. As Western missionary women made their way into the lives of American Indigenous communities, they introduced quiltmaking skills and provided fabric and supplies. Native American women with adept needle skills adopted Western patchwork quilts and eventually made quilts that reflected their own cultural heritage. These quilts provided an outlet for both art and survival. For the Plains communities in particular, the eight pointed Star became a beloved and repeated pattern. In this lecture, we will learn how the transference from sewing buffalo hides and other natural materials to quilting took place and see the beautiful quilts made in this period.

Workshop: Ocean Art Quilt with Gwen Weedon
2026-04-12 09:00 - 15:30 | Quilting for Community, 21706 Devonshire St, Chatsworth, CA, 91311, United States
This is a curved piecing project taught in one five-hour workshop. All students will have one-on-one assistance in learning this new technique Gwen developed over the years. By the end of class, all students will have successfully finished a quilt top.
Gwen Weedon is a dedicated qulter and educator based in San Luis Obispo with over 25 years of experience. Operating under the name Sonshine Quiulting, she has become a recognized figure in the regional quilting community through her lectures and worksops. Her expertise spans various techniques, including art quilts and machine quilting.

Lecture: Gwen Weedon, "25 years as a Quilt Artist"
2026-04-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Wilkinson Senior Center, 8956 Vanalden St, Northridge, CA, 91324, United States
Gwen has been Quilting for over 25 years on the Central Coast of California. Gwen started teaching Quilting workshops 20 yrs ago starting in San Luis Obispo Adult ED quilting classes, local quilt shops and many California Quilt Guilds. Gwen is an artist and has attended art schools and Long Beach State University for over five years in Southern California. She was a professional graphic artist for ten years and has won several ribbons for her quilts including Best of Theme at PIQF in 1996. Gwen started Sonshine Quilting in 2003, a longarm quilting service, in San Luis Obispo, CA. Her lecture will be her journey through 25 years of quilting.

April 24-26, 2026 Local Retreat at Quilty Pleasures
2026-04-24 09:00 - 2026-04-26 20:30 | Quilty Pleasures, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165, Simi Valley, CA, 93065, United States

Ice Cream Social & 44th Birthday Party!
2026-05-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Wilkinson Senior Center, 8956 Vanalden St, Northridge, CA, 91324, United States
more info to come

Workshop: Super 60 Sampler Quilt with Rob Appell
2026-08-09 09:00 - 15:30 | Quilting for Community, 21706 Devonshire St, Chatsworth, CA, 91311, United States
Make your own version of this great quilt using The Super 60 Sampler Quilt Pattern. Learn how to make this awesome quilt, as well as create many new quilt designs using the elements found in this pattern and the Super 60 Template set by Rob Appell.
Quilt siz 61′ x 67″

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Lecture: "Quilts from the Sea & Beyond" with Rob Appell
2026-08-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Wilkinson Senior Center, 8956 Vanalden St, Northridge, CA, 91324, United States
Trunk Show with Rob Appell
Join Rob for this high-energy trunk show and program about his journey as a quilter. You’ll be inspired by his quilts and motivated to continue your own quilting journey. Don’t miss this chance to share in his enthusiasm and discover new ways to spark your own creativity!
Rob’s quilting journey began when he started working in his mother’s quilt shop, The Cotton Ball, in Morro Bay, California. He taught himself to sew by making about 30 aloha shirts—which yielded a fantastic wardrobe and a ton of scraps, mostly batiks and florals. This large fabric stash fed his desire to try free motion machine quilting and those scraps became his very first quilt. This story & more travel with him as he presents his quilts and techniques to guilds across America. He has filmed for Simply Quilts, Uncommon Threads, The Quilt Show, and Missouri Star Quilt Company with Man Sewing for the past four years. Rob says: Life is short, be creative, and have fun!

Local Retreat at Quilty Pleasures: Aug 21-23, 2026
2026-08-21 09:00 - 2026-08-23 17:00 | Quilty Pleasures, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165, Simi Valley, CA, 93065, United States
Three days of uninterrupted, non-stop sewing at Quilty Pleasures!
You’ll enjoy the comfort of sleeping in your own bed each night and the camaraderie of friends and fellow quilters to inspire and motivate you to make progress on your projects.
You’ll be able to sew from sun up to sun down and beyond, and there’s plenty of restaurants and food options within walking distance in the Town Center ~ or you can bring your own food.
For all 3 days:
Members: $50
Non-Members: $60
Need minimum of 9 attendees or it will be cancelled.

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Local Retreat at Quilty Pleasures: Oct. 2-4, 2026
2026-10-02 09:00 - 2026-10-04 17:00 | Quilty Pleasures, 1555 Simi Town Center Way Unit #165, Simi Valley, CA, 93065, United States
Three days of uninterrupted, non-stop sewing at Quilty Pleasures!
You’ll enjoy the comfort of sleeping in your own bed each night and the camaraderie of friends and fellow quilters to inspire and motivate you to make progress on your projects.
You’ll be able to sew from sun up to sun down and beyond, and there’s plenty of restaurants and food options within walking distance in the Town Center ~ or you can bring your own food.
For all 3 days:
Members: $50
Non-Members: $60
Need minimum of 9 attendees or it will be cancelled.

Local Retreat, October 2-4, 2026

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Lecture: Caryl Bryer Fallert (Zoom)
2026-10-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom
Caryl Bryer Fallert-Gentry is internationally known for her award-winning fine-art quilts, which are easily recognized by their luminous colors and illusions of light, depth, and motion. Her attention to detail has earned her a reputation for fine craftsmanship as well as stunning designs. Her quilt, Corona 2: Solar Eclipse was voted one of the hundred best quilts of the 20th Century. Caryl’s work has appeared in hundreds of exhibitions and publications throughout the world, and can be found in museum, corporate, public, and private collections in almost every state and eight foreign countries. For 30 years, Caryl traveled extensively, lecturing and conducting workshops for quilt and textile arts groups throughout the United States, and in ten foreign countries. She continues to share her knowledge through her publications and her website
This presentation will take place via Zoom. Caryl will host the pre-recorded video and be available for Q & A afterwards.
We will also offer a workshop on her Appliepiecing Simple Curves method taught by one of our members, Paul Neumann, on Saturday, October 17 at Quilty Pleasures in Simi Valley.

Annual Temecula Retreat at Vina de Lestonnac, June 24-27, 2027
2027-06-24 - 2027-06-27 | Vina de Lestonnac Retreat Center, 39300 De Portola Rd, Temecula, CA, 92592, United States
San Fernando Valley Quilt Association – SIXTH annual retreat is set for Thursday, June 24 – Sunday, June 27, 2027 at the Vina de Lestonnac Retreat Center in Temecula. This is a great opportunity to be with friends as you work on your own unfinished projects or begin something new. Enjoy days and nights of uninterrupted sewing, good friends and delicious food. Your biggest challenge will be deciding what to bring and making sure you have everything you need! You have the choice of attending 3 or 4 days. Vina de Lestonnac is always a beautiful place to sit outside, read a book, observe the hot air balloons, take a walk, watch a sunset, visit with friends, and SEW . . . SEW . . . SEW
REGISTER NOW – The retreat fills up quickly! We have 3 and 4 day options available, as well as single and double occupancy rooms. Email Julie Carson (current SFVQA President) for more information about pricing at: jcarson35@gmail.com
Spaces are open for SFVQA members first through August 10, 2026, and will be open for non-SFVQA members after that date.
