Opportunity Quilt

Santa Rosa Quilt Guild Proundly Presents "Xochitl"

Drawing inspiration from the geometric motifs of traditional Aztec blankets, Shelley Bowers of the Santa Rosa Quilt Guild designed and machine-pieced this 61” x 74” quilt. The work features intricate custom machine quilting by Margaret Davids of Cloverdale Quilting, whose artistry adds significant depth and textural detail. To maintain the aesthetic integrity of a woven textile, the quilt was finished with a facing technique; this invisible binding creates a seamless edge, further evoking the spirit of the original inspiration.

The name of the quilt, Xochitl (pronounced SOH-cheel), is the Aztec word for "flower," fitting for the central radiating motif. Xochitl is often used as a feminine given name representing beauty and life.

TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM GUILD MEMBERS AND FROM THE FOLLOWING: Our quilt will be on display at the Sonoma County Fair August 7 – 16, 2026, along with an opportunity to buy tickets for the raffle through April 1, 2027. Other locations where tickets can be bought include Bolt Fabric in Cloverdale and Village Sewing Center in Santa Rosa.

The Santa Rosa Quilt Guild is dedicated to the preservation of our country's quilting heritage through the education and enhancement of quilt making skills. Our members share a love of quilting and all things quilt related. We welcome those who have similar interests. In over 40 years, we have grown from a small goup of founding members to approximately 250 today. The guild is a non-profit organization with a broad outreach program. Members, individually and in groups make quilts of all sizes for community members in need of comfort.