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Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Fall Fashion Trends 2010 Menswear

What to steal from your guy?

We have been thinking about what is new for fall.............its all about menswear! So we have a poll for you, we would love to hear what you think! We are getting our fashions together for the 4th Annual Hip Strip Block Party, this year on Sept 12th!  More on this happening soon.......

Friday, July 30, 2010

Support Our Local Designers!!

Looking for a way to support the community? Buying local is great, whether it's the Farmers Market or the various craft shows! Here at Selvedge Studio, we also have some locally designed and made things!

Check out Sandi Henderson's fabric line "Meadowsweet," featuring bright colors, lots of flowers and a good dose of fun inspiration!

Jodi Bird's "Sweetiebirds" collection includes a kid's clothing line as well as quilts! Here is one of her newest creations: the Sadie Skirt, made with a recycled pair of jeans and Sandi Henderson's fabric!

And finally, the Sprout Pouch fabrics, which come in the perfect size for baby slings!

Come on in and browse through the patterns and fabrics, find something you like and start sewing! We also love to see what you've done with our fabrics, so send us a picture of your creations and we will share it! Also, don't forget that you can shop online and check out our class schedule and events at selvedgestudio.com!

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

New Organic Cotton!


This is the newest organic cotton form Robert Kaufman, designed by Mod Green Pod. Come in and check it out!

Friday, July 2, 2010

Last chance for dress forms!

It's the last opportunity to take advantage of the AMAZING discounts on our dress forms! All sizes and types are available for order! Choose from our Full body-100% linen form $430, the industry pro-retractable shoulders- 100% linen dress form $295, and our ladies basic bridal dress form at $115. Stop in today and take a look! Score on this deal NOW for a great future Christmas present, birthday gift OR for your very own sewing room. We are located on the HIP STRIP at 509 S. Higgins, 406.541.7171. There's parking in the back too!

Sashiko Workshop!


This classic Japanese embroidery technique called "Sashiko" is now a ONE-HOUR workshop at Selvedge! Now-a-days, we can use a SEWING MACHINE to give this same embroidery effect! The workshop is scheduled for Thursday, July 15th from 5-6pm and it's only $15. For more info check out our website at selvedgestudio.com. Call to sign up today as class space is limited!

Sunday, June 27, 2010

LATE THURSDAYS!


OPEN LATE! OPEN LATE!

We are open late (until 8pm) the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of every month! If you need a few extra hours to schmooz around the store, OR if you would rather sew than shop, we have SEW LOUNGE from 6-9pm on these same fabulous Thursdays! Sew Lounge is only $10 an hour and you can use all of our sewing machines, cutting tables AND the knowledge of a certified sewing instructor to answer ANY questions that might pop up! Check out more info on our website! Click this link---> www.selvedgestudio.com. Call us to sign up as there are only 4 spots available! 406.541.7171

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Free Motion and DIY Art at Home








We are totally inspired be a new book we picked up at Shakespeare & Co,
DIY Art at Home by Lola Gavarry.

We had our Free Motion Class last night and made this dress!
Pick up a copy at Shakespeare & Co just around the corner from us!

Jessica, Margaret, Jen and teacher Gwen. Same pattern, amazing how artistic inspiration makes them so different!


Thursday, June 17, 2010

Ruby Sews


Meet Ruby, daughter of Nici Holt. Check out Nici's great website digthischick
yes, Mom's can do it all!

Saturday, June 12, 2010

Saturday Workshop!



Come join us for our last Quilt block! At this Saturday's free workshop, from 11-1, we will be making another triangle-style block and it's super easy!

For more information on our summer classes and upcoming workshops, visit us at selvedgestudio.com!

Saturday, June 5, 2010

Saturday Workshop!

Our Quilt Block Series has been going great so far! We are now moving away from the rectangle blocks into triangles! Come join us on Saturday, June 11 from 11-1 for the Triangle Pinwheel!




To check out the upcoming Saturday workshops, Summer classes and everything else, go to our website at selvedgestudio.com!

Sunday, May 30, 2010

Saturday Workshop



Come join us this Saturday, June 5 for our Free workshop from 11-1! Gwen will be demonstrating the Rectangular Pinwheel block, a simple variation of last week's block (basket weave). This block is super easy and for those of you who came last week, it's going to be done in no time at all!



Visit our website to see the upcoming Saturday workshops and the fun scheduled for the summer!! selvedgestudio.com

Thursday, May 27, 2010

Sunday, May 23, 2010

Basket Weave Quilt Workshop

Come join us for the next FREE Saturday workshop from 11-1 with the quilt block series! This week, Gwen will be showing how to create a simple beginning to the basket weave pattern--it's super easy and quick!



Visit our website for upcoming Saturday free workshops, monthly classes and much more! selvedgestudio.com

Simple Skirt Class!



SIMPLE SKIRT!

Great beginner class, new sewing skills, and an adorable skirt. Sign up! Drop by Selvedge or call us...406.541.7171! The class is scheduled for May 24th, Monday (tomorrow!) at 6pm!

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Saturday Workshop


And so begins the Quilt Block series of FREE Saturday Workshops!! Gwen will show you how to make several different super easy quilt blocks from 11-1 on Saturday through the end of June.


We're starting off with: 9 patch block (piece of cake, but since there's a rotary cutter involved adult supervision is important).

Check out all our other summer classes on our website!! selvedgestudio.com

Sunday, May 16, 2010

One hour workshops!

ONE HOUR WORKSHOPS!
Come to our envelope pillow workshop! It's super easy and so much fun. Plus you get to complete an awesome project in a quick little hour and get yourself a COOL PILLOW for whatever! Put it on a chair to spruce it up, or toss it on a bed...So great. Call or drop by to sign up! And check our website for more one hour workshops...selvedgestudio.com!
xoxo-Selvedge

Thursday, May 13, 2010

sidewalk sale! May 14, 15 and 16

Monday, May 10, 2010

Final Project Selvedge Winner


Congratulations to Julia LaTray! She won the competition with her fabulous colors, velvet for everyday, girls!

Sunday, May 9, 2010

Intermediate Sewing Series!

Okay, so you've got the basics. Ready to fine tune your skills?? Join us in our Intermediate Sewing Series! It's a four session class where you will make an awesome project (check our our website for more information! selvedgestudio.com) It starts May 18th (Tuesday) and is followed by three more sessions (19th, 25th, and 26th of May). Call or drop by to sign up! Hurry, as spots fill up quickly!

Friday, April 23, 2010

bike.bus.walk
Get 20% off one of your purchases when you bike, bus or walk to Selvedge!
(April 24-30)