Want to be an Affiliate Member? Apply Here! Affiliate Member Application What do Affiliate Members get for their membership? Affiliate Members have their business contact information published in our monthly Newsletter (10 issues per year) and may purchase advertising space in our Newsletter (Newsletter contact on Board page ). Affiliate Members are also welcome to attend our regular monthly meetings. If you are interested in becoming an Affiliate Member, please complete the Affiliate Membership Application and follow instructions for payment. Affiliate Membership Application Business Name Renewal or New Member Renewal New Membership First Name Last Name Business Phone Business Email If your business does not have a physical location, please enter and address where we can send mail. Street Address City Region/State/Province Postal / Zip code Do you offer a discount for PVQA Guild Members? * Required Yes No If yes, what is the discount? Business Website URL How do you do business? * Required Retail Store (Brick & Mortar) Online/Internet Only Show Vendor Other Information you wish included on our website: * Required Business Name Business Address Business Phone Business Email Business Website URL May we list your name in thePVQA membership roster and Newsletter? * Required Yes No Briefly tell us about your business. Give us information that we can feature in our guild Newsletter and on your Affiliate listing on the PVQA website. (54 character limit) Upload an image file of your business logo that we can use on the website or in the Newsletter. If no logo is available at this time, you can email it later to the Web Manager using the contact box on the Board page of the website. Supported images are: JPG, PNG, GIF, JPEG, JPE, JFIF, BMP, HEIC, HEIF, TIFF, TIF, WEBP, JPEG 2000 . Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Payment PVQA Affiliate Membership dues are $50 per year . Membership year is June 1-May 31. Please select your payment option: PayPal Check Make checks payable to PVQA and send to: Pajaro Valley Quilt Association, PO Box 1412, Aptos, CA 95001 For PayPal, use the PayPal link on the Membership Page. You must complete the Captcha below before hitting the Apply Now button or the form will reset. Apply Now > The Pajaro Valley Quilt Association (PVQA) thanks youfor becoming an Affiliate Member.We wish you continued success in your business endeavors!

Membership Information Membership in PVQA is open to anyone interested in quilts or quilting. Our Membership year runs from June 1 – May 31. We are a fun group with talents ranging from absolute beginners to award winning professionals. Meet creative people and expand your circle of friends. Membership in our guild comes with many advantages: professional guest speakers at monthly meetings; reduced price workshops given by well known quilting teachers; small interest groups that meet in person or via Zoom; opportunities to quilt with others; Block of the Month and much more. PVQA is an all-volunteer organization. As with all organizations, PVQA can use all the volunteer help it can get. It takes many volunteers to set up and staff our annual Quilt Show. Members are sought each year to serve as Board Members. Take a look at our Community Outreach pages to find out more about how our members work on special projects. Our volunteers are an invaluable resource. If you are interested in volunteering your time, please let us know. Thanks in advance for your help! Individual Membership is $45 Each Year and Includes: Admission to regular meetings Eligibility to take classes at the member rate Participation in Small Quilt Groups and Community Outreach Subscription to the monthly newsletter Merchant Affiliate Membership is $50 Each Year and Includes: Admission to regular meetings Listing on our website, and if desired, listing in our monthly newsletter and membership roster Affiliate Members may also purchase advertising space in our Newsletter New Members Please complete the Membership Form either online or by printing the form and sending a check to the address below. New members can also join at any in-person meeting. Just visit the Membership table before the meeting begins. PVQA Membership PO Box 1412 Aptos, CA 95001-1412 Current Members To renew your membership, please submit payment via PayPal or mail a check to the address above. Renewal dues can also be paid at any in-person meeting. Just visit the Membership table. Registration Online You can join or renew your membership online using the PayPal link above. Affiliate Membership: To become or renew a PVQA Affiliate Membership, please fill out the Affiliate Membership Form and pay your dues using the link above. Membership Card If you wish to have your membership card mailed, send a self addressed, stamped envelope to PVQA Membership, PO Box 1412, Aptos, CA, 95001. Membership cards will be available at any in-person meeting. Just visit the Membership table. Change Of Address Change of address notifications should be sent using the contact form on the Board page. Select Membership. Pay Your Dues Via PayPal Here: Affiliate - $50 Square Pay $50 with PayPal Pay $45 with PayPal Pay $45 with Credit Card via Square Square Pay $50 with Credit Card via Square Regular Member - $45 Still have Questions About Individual Membership? Contact the Membership Chair: Email Subject Your message Send Thanks for submitting your question. Question about becoming an Affiliate Business Member? Contact the Affiliates Chair: Email Subject Your message Send Thanks for your interest in becoming an Affiliate Member!

Supply Lists for Workshops If a workshop presenter has given us a Supply List for a class, we will make it available to you on this page. Notan Design Workshop Colleen Pelfrey 3-D Dresden with Anelie Belden Freehand Collage Landscapes with Laura Fogg Notan Design 3-D Dresden Wall Hanging LFogg Supply List

Quilters for Hospice We are a PVQA outreach group dedicated to the support of Hospice of Santa Cruz County , a non-profit agency providing compassionate end-of-life care and grief support services in our community. Mission The purpose and annual goal of our group is to provide: Quilts for Camp Erin, a grief support camp for children and teens age 6-17 Lap quilts for end-of-life patients A fundraising quilt (raffle or auction) to support HSCC’s community programs Quilts Camp Erin is held each year in early June. Since the demographics are not known until shortly before the camp, cheerful, multi-colored quilts that are of simple design and no particular theme are easiest to distribute. Preferred size is approximately 50”-55” wide x 65”-70” long. Lap quilts for adult Hospice patients may be any design and color, approximately 40” x 50”. We have fabric and kits available, and can provide batting, backing and long-arm quilting. Meetings: Our group meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month, from 10:00 until 3:00. Meeting dates and locations are subject to change. Please join our email list to be informed of our activities and RSVP if you plan to attend. Meetings on the 2nd Thursday are held at Aptos Knoll Mobilehome Park Meetings on the 4th Thursday are held at the Congregational Church of Soquel . Needs: We welcome contributions of completed quilts, fabric and supplies, especially fabric for backing. Backing requirements are 3 ½ yards for Camp Erin quilts and 2 ½ yards for lap quilts. Flannel or cotton preferred. Get in Touch! Click Here to Contact Quilters for Hospice

Very Special Person Award Nomination Form PVQA has many outstanding members who—often behind the scenes—do a lot to benefit our organization. Since 1985, the Very Special Person (VSP) award has given special recognition to PVQA members for their notable services to the association. Nominations are to be submitted via this form. Any active member for at least two years is eligible to win the award, except members of the selection committee (President, Vice Presidents, Secretary, and the two Members-at-Large), the current quilt show chairperson(s), and past VSP recipients. The award will be tailored to the recipient, with the cost determined by the board (generally $100). The award presentation will be made at the December meeting. Your first name* Your last name* Your email* Name of Nominee* Please provide a brief statement explaining why the nominee deserves the award* Please give a suggestion of the appropriate award for the nominee* Submit Very Special Person Award Winners The Very Special Person award is given annually to a member who has given notable service to the Guild. The intention of the VSP Award is to honor members of the Guild who do things for the Guild, often quietly and behind the scenes, not recognized by thank you blocks or other forms of acknowledgement. The following Very Special People are one of the reasons the Guild is so special. Additionally, the Guild has, on occasion, chosen to recognize special achievements or contributions with an additional award. History of Very Special Person Award Winners 2025: Marnie Genes and Kristine Ebersole Special Recognition Award: Pam Rocco 2024: Helen Klee 2023: Leslie Botu 2022: Jane Nyberg and Kathleen Howard Special Recognition: Rachel Clark 2021: Claire Witherspoon and Katie Woods COVID Champion: Kathleen Howard 2020:Heidi Sandkuhle COVID Champions: Jeanne Holmes; Helen Klee; Lori Camner; Kristie Shulman; Nancy Gonzalez Caro 2019: Doug Green 2018: Alexa Bolas & Nadine Duerksen 2017: Laura Barnett & Cara Lamb 2016: Iris Frank & Jan Sturtevant 2015: Rosa Kitchen 2014: Alex Burke 2013: Cathie Colson 2012: Brenda Cornell 2011: Sandy Helin 2010: Kristie Shulman 2009: Roz Di Natale 2008: Diane Hoxeng 2007: Nancy Goudarzi & Karen Phillippi 2006: Lori Miner 2005: Louise Goodenough 2004: Janice Scharman 2003: Laurie Brixner 2002: Mike McNamara 2001: Jean Prosser & Jan Martin 2000: Mary Rose Hellenthal & Linda Long 1999: Carolyn Miller 1998: Joanne Allen 1997: Rita Mockus 1996: Shauna Moulton 1995: Pam Crooks 1994: Lois Bruce 1993: Betty Sampson 1992: Billie Street 1991: Barbara Gilbert 1990: Ardis Normanly & Nora Wilson 1989: Agnes Edwards 1988: Nina Miller 1987: Janice Brown & Cleda Ross 1986: Betty Whitman 1985: Lavina Ferreira

Join Us As a Vendor At Our Annual Quilt Show! The Pajaro Valley Quilt Association Annual Quilt Show is a long-standing tradition and the primary fundraising event for our association. Held at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, this two-day celebration draws nearly 2,000 guests and features 300+ quilts, wearables, and quilted items—a stunning showcase of creativity and craftsmanship. This is more than just a quilt show—it’s an opportunity to connect with a vibrant, engaged community of quilters, artists, and curious newcomers. Through displays, demonstrations, raffles, and community involvement, we aim to promote quilting as both an art and a craft. Vendor Opportunities We welcome a wide variety of vendors whose products align with the interests and tastes of our guests. Ideal offerings include: Quilts, fabrics, sewing supplies, kits, tools, patterns Handmade items like jewelry, purses, baskets, and clothing Unique crafts and artisan goods Edible products such as confections, jarred treats, and specialty oils We're also open to creative new products that would excite and inspire our guests! Ready to Join Us? We’d love to welcome you as a vendor at our show—let’s create something memorable together! Show details: Set up on Friday- 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday 10:00am-4:00pm Free parking RV camping available through the Fairgrounds onsite Booth rental fees: Single 10x10 booth: $250 Double 10X20 booth: $400 Triple 10x30 booth: $550 Electricity and additional tables are available at no additional fee. Each vendor will be allotted up to three vendor wristbands for entry into the show. Additional wristbands will be available for purchase at $15 each at check in. Vendor booth rental applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis until all spaces are filled, with one caveat--The Quilt Show executive committee has discretion in choosing a balance of services by vendors to maximize the success of the vendors and the enjoyment of the attendees. We will try our best to assign your preferred booth as indicated on the application. Please complete the application by December 19, 2026, and receive a $10 discount on the rental fee. Once accepted, a confirmation letter will be sent out with payment options. Applications Are Open! Click Here to Submit an Application Now! Vendors, once you have been contacted by the Vendor Chair and have had your application approved , click on the button below to be taken to the Vendor Payment Page. You will need a password from the PVQA Vendor Chair for this page. Approved Application? Pay Now! Important Details 2027 Show Dates Saturday February 27st & Sunday February 28nd Location Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds 2601 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076 Vendor Application Deadline December 19th 2026 Event Highlights Featured Speaker & Presentations Live Quilt Auction Demonstrations & Bed Turning Door Prizes & Raffle Drawings Opportunity Quilt Drawing Three buildings of quilt displays and vendor booths

Join Us for a Fun, Friendly Quilt Auction Come join us on Sunday at 12:30 to bid on 41 beautiful quilts in a wide variety of styles. Our auction is relaxed, welcoming, and lots of fun — no high pressure, just excitement and laughter! Whether you watch, place a single bid, or dive right in, you’ll enjoy beautiful quilts, support our organization, and have a great time! Bidding is easy. To bid, simply register for a bidder number at the auction table when you arrive. During the auction, bidding is done by holding up your auction booklet like a paddle — no special skills required! Our auctioneer (who happens to be a comedian) will guide everyone through the process and keep us entertained along the way. Here's a Sneak Peek at some of the quilts that will be up for auction!

Apple Piecers Apple Piecers make quilts for our community members in need such as Pajaro Valley Shelter Services, Jacob’s Heart, Early Headstart, Carmelita’s Closet (at the FoodBank), and Watsonville Community Hospital. We also work with children at the County Fair and Ag History’s “Day on the Farm” to illustrate quilt making and to help us make quilts that will end up on the bed of someone who could use some extra comfort. Every year we make a couple hundred quilts that will enrich the lives of people in the Santa Cruz County—from foster kids to senior citizens and even newborn babies. Rosa Kitchen, Iris Frank, Sue Costa, Cathie Colson, Pam Harris sorting quilts for distribution. "Space Quilt" is an example of one of our gifts to a child. The Apple Piecers group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 10 am to 1:30 pm at the Agricultural History Museum at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds in Watsonville. For those members of PVQA who cannot make it to Apple Piecers’ twice a month meetings, we bring quilt kits and quilts that need bindings sewn on to our PVQA monthly meetings. The quilts we all make warm many hearts across our valley, and that is why we exist. Get in Touch! Click Here to Contact Apple Piecers

Quilt Show Shopping! We've Got It! The vendors are signed up and the booths are being assigned! If you want to do a little pre-shopping, or just get excited about what vendors will be there, we've got vendor information below. Some vendors don't have websites, but the ones that do have their website listed here. Booth locations will be announced in the final program. (in alphabetical order) Ashby Confections www.ashbyconfections.com Beautiful handmade chocolates and candies f eaturing locally sourced ingredients AzureBlue Textiles https://azurebluetextiles.com Woven by hand in Guatemala, r epurposed at home in San Francisco. I design and sew apparel and home goods highlighting the rich color and texture of repurposed Guatemalan skirt material. Beyond Interiors www.beyondinteriors.com Australian Aboriginal, Hawaiian, Japanese and Laurel Burch fabric By Hands https://www.byhandsusa.com Purse making supplies, leather purse handles, bag patterns, yarn-dyed fabrics California Jam Queen www.facebook.com/cajamqueen Jams, marmalades, scone Mixes, vegan instant hot cocoa and o ther yummies from my certified home kitchen The Curious Consortium www.pattiwellsonline.com Vintage Yukata cottons, vintage ethnic fabrics, Japanese inspired linen shirts and vests...plus accessories CW Farms www.cw-farms.com Focaccia bread, rosemary, pesto, herb, jalepeno cheese, g arlic cheese, cinnamon swirl Dancing Lady Quilts Quilts, runners, purses wallets, all items made of fabric Designers Needs Ninety amazing Dupioni silks, hand beaded jewelry, hand woven grass and leather woven purses Erik’s Deli eriksdelicafe.com Selection of sandwiches, salads and treats, d rinks, chips and coffee FABMO www.fabmo.org Rescuing designer samples, remnants, off-cuts, overruns, discarded or discontinued textiles and other creative materials that would otherwise wind up in the landfill. Global Marketplace Fair Trade www.globalmarketplace.net Fair trade handmade yarn, jewelry and crafts Hidden Fortress Coffee hiddenfortresscoffee.com Local coffee roaster Featuring hand crafted organic coffee beverages p lus a range of other non-caffeinated drinks, ice Cream, House baked pastries and breakfast sandwiches Kalimba Soundz & Baskets Hand Woven Baskets Imagination Unlimited Gold jewelry handcrafted on site Loveback Pillows lumbagopillow.com Handmade pillows with massage feature MAC Creations Seam rippers, crochet kits, pens, letter openers, y arn bowls, and hand turned bowls Meandering Threads Discounted fabric, notions, thread, kits and patterns Nomi Fabrics www.nomiinc.com Wholesale designer fabrics closing doors! A wide selection of hand painted silks, linens and velvets Also outdoor fabrics, y ardage and remnants at unbeatable prices One Woman Two Fires Upcycled, hand decorated jeans and shirts w ith international cloths and original poetry Quasi Mfg. www.dyannpaynovich.com Scarves, fines silver buttons, jewelry Quilt Capers Antique and vintage quilts The Quilted Otter quiltedottershop.com Precut batik fabrics, nautical and ocean prints, birds, and f abrics from famous makers Unique kits & patterns designed by us, many with an ocean theme, c urated packages of fabric Quilled Paper Treasures https://KCShepardArt.com Quilled paper/mixed media jewelry, f ramed art, and ornaments Quilts and Things www.quiltshopmorganhill.com Quilt fabrics, patterns and kits Quilts by Sheila Bags, purses, small quilted items, sewing machine cover, quilted boxes Reets Rags to Stiches http://www.reetsragstostitches.com/ Wool applique patterns Santa Cruz Textile Arts Guild santacruztextileartsguild.com Handwoven, felted, printed, knitted, hand-spun yarns Sarah Jean Makes www.sarahjeanmakes.com Sarah Jean Makes creates original quilt patterns inspired by the City of San Francisco and offers quilt shop quality fabrics and notions. Sedoo's Redos www.redo4u.com Upcycled clothing and accessories Stitches of Joy A variety of sewn items B ags, purses, wallets, backpacks, kitchen items, aprons, b aby quilts and lap quilts backed with minky Unicorn Woodworking https://www.facebook.com/Unicornwoodworkingstudio Handmade wooden items designed and made by me. Made from local and exotic woods--b owls, boxes and other functional items Village Sea Glass www.instagram.com/villageseaglass/ 100% wool beanies, alpaca dryer balls, f abric headbands and scrunchies, Ornaments with wood and beads and sea glass, s ea glass jewelry and air plant arrangements. I like to make many things! West Coast Wool www.westcoastwool.com Hand-dyed wool, embroidery threads, patterns, and kits

PVQA Board The PVQA board is elected by PVQA members. The Board terms start in June of each year. Members are always invited to attend Board Meetings. PVQA Board Meetings are currently being held over the internet via Zoom on the 3rd Monday of the month at 7 pm. Once a year the Board meeting is held in person. In-person Board meetings will be announced to the membership prior to being held. Board Officers and Standing Committee Chairs are voting members of the Board. Appointed Chairs are non-voting members. PVQA Board Officers President - Nancy Gonzalez Caro 2nd Year VPs (Program Coordinators) - Trish Sparling & Claire Wong 1st Yr VPs (Program Coordinators) - Pete Brook & Melissa Payne Secretary - Marion Towar Treasurer – Sheila Upham Standing Committee Chairs Affiliates – Sara Roche Members-at-Large – Leslie Botu & Cara Lamb Membership – Jackie Tuttle Newsletter Editor - Kristine Ebersole Parliamentarian - Katie Woods Quilt Show Chair - Susan Moulton Appointed Chairs Bargain Garden – Kathleen Howard & Sheryl Andersen Block of the Month – Ellen McCarthy & Jan Sturtevant Education Outreach – Sara Roche & Jackie Tuttle Fat Quarter Exchange - Megan Donohue Google System Administrator – Alex Burke Hands All Around – Judy Bilardello Historian – Jane Nyberg Hospitality – Alexa Bolas Librarian – Vicki Davis Name Tag Drawing – Kay VanWagner NCQC Representative - Susan Moulton Opportunity Quilt Marketing - SLV Pine Needlers Small Quilt Group/Megan Donohue & Michele Estrin-Gelblum Publicity - Gaby Litsky Records and Information Manager - Kristie Shulman Small Quilt Groups - Nancy Gonzalez Caro Social Media Admins - Cate Munch, Susan Raineri & Susan McKay Virtual Program and Zoom Coordinator – Shawn Nelson Website Managers - Kathleen Howard & Rebekah Rice Quilt by Patricia Nielsen, shown with permission. Board Contact Get in Touch! To donate sewing and craft items, please see the Bargain Garden page . For Block of the Month, please use the form on the Block of the Month page . For Quilt Show information and contacts, see the Quilt Show page. For Membership information, including Business Affiliates, see the Membership page. For information about our Opportunity Quilt and its marketing, please see the Opportunity Quilt page. Members are asked to use their Roster for contacting most board members. US Mail may be sent to: P.O. Box 1412 Aptos, CA 95001 The forms below are provided for contacting Board Members who most often interact with the public. President of the Guild First name* Last name Email* Phone Write a message Submit VPs for Workshops/Speakers First name* Last name Email* Phone Write a message Submit Education / Outreach First name* Last name Email* Phone Write a message Submit Virtual Programs / Zoom First name* Last name Email* Phone Write a message Submit Publicity First name* Last name Email* Phone Write a message Submit Website Managers First name* Last name Email* Phone Write a message Submit President Contact Form

Pajaro Valley Quilt Association is a group of creative and dynamic quilters. We support Art Quilting, Traditional Quilting, Modern Quilting, and Stitching in general. We hold an annual Quilt Show in February of every year. Come to a Meeting! Meetings are generally available in a "hybrid" format, both in person and via Zoom. Meetings start at 7 pm unless otherwise noted. Information tables (Name Tag, Library, BOM, and so on) are usually available at 6:30 pm. Mark Your Calendars! November 9, 2026 November Meeting is ZOOM only! December 14, 2026 January 11, 2027 February 8, 2027 March 8, 2027 For more information, go to our Meetings Page . NOTE: November's Meeting is ZOOM ONLY! Link will be provided to Members. If you are not at member, or have forgotten to pay your dues, go to the Membership Page now and join! NOTE: November's Meeting is ZOOM ONLY! Link will be provided to Members. If you are not at member, or have forgotten to pay your dues, go to the Membership Page now and join! NOTE: November's Meeting is ZOOM ONLY! Link will be provided to Members. If you are not at member, or have forgotten to pay your dues, go to the Membership Page now and join! NOTE: November's Meeting is ZOOM ONLY! Link will be provided to Members. If you are not at member, or have forgotten to pay your dues, go to the Membership Page now and join! November 9, 2026 General Meeting April Sproule, Speaker "New Directions in Mixed Media Textile Art" This meeting will be on Zoom only. Members will be given the link. April Sproule will share images and examples of her latest work, While some might see challenges as problems, April prefers to see them as opportunities to learn and grow. April will be discussing ideas and techniques applicable for all types of creative people: documenting your work for future reference,; expanding the scope of your creative practice,;and the value of play and trying new things from a fresh perspective. Collections of April’s hand-stitched portraits and panels, handmade books, cyanotypes, and other recent work will be on display. Learn more about April's work by visiting her website at https://sproulestudios.com/. To find out about available workshops, click here. 2027 Quilt Show - For the Love of Quilts! We Need You! Quilt Show Positions Still To Be Filled The Quilt Show Committee is already preparing for the February 2027 show. There are a few positions that we need to fill. No one works alone in these jobs. There are countless volunteers and past chair people always willing to answer questions and help make your job easier. Silent Auction: This position should be filled by one of the small quilt groups or community groups as the funds raised are kept by the group. The duties include Soliciting donations for the auction, advertising the auction in the Trailing Thread newsletter. Coordinating the bidding sheets, setting up, and running the Silent Auction at Friday’s Preview Party. Announce the winners and distribute the items to the successful bidders. Live Auction : Description: The Live Auction Coordinator, either an individual or a committee—oversees all aspects of the PVQA Quilt Show's Live Auction, held on stage each Sunday of the show. Responsibilities include managing quilt submissions, communicating with entrants, coordinating with the auctioneer and volunteers, and supervising the setup and smooth execution of the auction event. Requirements: Strong writing, organization, and desktop publishing skills. The role spans from October through March, involving planning, communication, materials production, auction-day logistics, and post-event follow-up. Please look at the position If you have any questions or would like to talk about the position, please feel free to contact Susan Moulton. Her contact information is in your Member Roster.