Welcome!

Most events are in-person at the Heritage Presbyterian Church
1400 East Second Street, Benicia, and some will be on Zoom.

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, Mar 4th, 6:00 – 8:30pm, General Meeting at the Heritage Presbyterian Church. Doors open at 6:00pm.
6:15-7:00pm – Sandy and Mary Jo will demo a wallet
7:00 – 8:30pm – General Meeting
Come to hear about the latest guild happenings, share your creations, and see what others have been working on (you may even win a prize!)

Friday, March 13th, 10:30-2:30pm, Outreach workshop at the Heritage Presbyterian Church. We will pin-baste a few quilt tops, prepare backings or work on other Outreach projects. Ironing is always appreciated. Bring your machine and basic sewing supplies and let Peggy know if you will attend.

Saturday, March 28th, 10:30 – 3:30pm, in-town Guild Retreat!
Pilot your way to the Heritage Presbyterian Church for a Uniquely Fabulous Opportunity.  This is your chance to finish some UFOs or start a new project in the company of your guild friends.  Please bring a dish to share for lunch, with possible allergens labeled.  Dessert will be provided.  Cost is $15. Open to CSS members only at this time. For questions, please contact Ann K. Sign up at the next meeting or register online.

Wednesday, April 1st, 6:00 – 8:30pm, General Meeting at the Heritage Presbyterian Church. Doors open at 6:00pm.
6:15-7:00pm – Demo of small projects for our booth at Peddlers Fair
7:00 – 8:30pm – General Meeting
Come to hear about the latest guild happenings, share your creations, and see what others have been working on (you may even win a prize!)

Saturday & Sunday, May 16-17, 2026, noon–3pm PDT: Virtual GQC All Star Sampler Platter. Join 18 virtual teachers for live demos covering a wide range of quilting topics. Recordings will be available for 7 days. Get an 18-page handout full of useful ideas, techniques, and tips.Free to CSS guild members! The link will be emailed to our members prior to the event. Please contact Ann K for information.

Saturday, August 8th, 8:00-5:00pm, Benicia Peddlers Fair on 1st Street
Come visit our booth at the 2026 Peddlers Fair! We will have quilts and other small items such as microwave bowl cozies, seasonally themed table runners & placemats, bags, wallets and more!

Saturday, August 22nd, 10:30 – 3:30pm, Collage with Catherine D
More info coming soon…

CSS is a quilt guild composed of individuals who seek to promote quilting and needle arts while engaging in charitable activities that serve our local communities near the Carquinez Strait. We share our love of quilting while inspiring, encouraging, and educating one another. The Carquinez Strait Stitchers believe in the value of our creative community where self-expression is honored, and diversity is expected. All are welcome!