Heart of the Valley Quilt & Textile Arts Show 2026
January 31, 2026-February 1, 2026
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday 10am-4pm
Admission: $10 (12 & under FREE)
Graffiti Classic Car Museum 610 N. 9th Street Modesto, CA
COME ENJOY: Traditional, Modern, & Art Quilts
Vendors, Handmade Boutique and Opportunity Quilt
Raffle tickets can be purchased from guild members or emailing [email protected]
Quilt Raffle will be at 3:30pm on Sunday Feb 1st. You do not need to be present to win our "Celebrate America" quilt.
Featuring Guild Artists: Janet Dickason, Carolyn Ralston & Judy Pallotta
Opportunity QUILT: CELEBRATE AMERICA
80" x 80"
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Designed, pieced, appliquéd, and quilted by members of the Country Crossroads Quilt Guild
This show-stopping quilt is a true labor of love and a celebration of American heritage, skillfully handcrafted by the talented members of the Country Crossroads Quilt Guild. At its heart is a hand-drawn and hand-appliquéd Liberty Bell, symbolizing freedom and unity. The quilt’s bold red, white, and blue palette bursts with movement through a complex arrangement of spiked circular patterns—crafted using advanced paper piecing techniques to achieve sharp precision and dynamic flow. The border showcases meticulously needle-turn appliqué work, with vibrant red roses, delicate stems, and golden stars dancing along a crisp white frame—each element hand-stitched with care and artistry. Together, the appliqué and piecing create a patriotic narrative both powerful and intricate. This quilt is more than a showpiece—it's a testament to collaborative creativity, diverse quilting skills, and the enduring spirit of American quilters. Be sure to experience it up close at the show and admire the detailed quilting that brings every element to life. |
Featuring Guest Artist: Michelle Trimble of Quilting Chemistry
Join us for a vibrant celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and community at the Modesto Country Crossroads Quilt Guild’s 2025 Quilt Show! This year, we’re proud to spotlight Michelle Trimble, the dynamic artist behind Quilting Chemistry, as our Featured Quilter.
Michelle Trimble is a quilter, pattern designer, and educator based in San Francisco with 20 years of teaching experience, including teaching at regional and national conventions. She enjoys experimenting with new techniques, dramatic layouts with bold saturated colors, and adding texture to her quilts with free motion quilting.
Michelle is known for her bold use of color, expressive improvisational techniques, and stunning free-motion quilting. Her modern aesthetic and fearless approach to design have earned her national recognition, with works displayed at QuiltCon and the Houston International Quilt Festival.
