Come learn to make a fun toy for your favorite furry friend. And check out our outdoor fabric selection while you’re here. Our extra-off sale continues through the end of June 2024, with 30% off already discounted:
Salem area: Pendleton Heritage Mill Store (at the Willamette Heritage Center)
1313 Mill Street SE, Suite 110, Salem, OR 97301
503-990-7544
Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
30% off clearance fabric, notions and crafting supplies valid through June 30, 2024. Valid April 1-30, 2024 at the Pendleton Woolen Mill Store in Portland, Oregon, and the Pendleton Heritage Mill Store in Salem, Oregon. Limited to stock on hand; selection varies. Discount taken before taxes. May not be combined with other offers or used on previous purchases.
Through the end of June 2024, take 30% off already discounted:
Clearance fabric
Clearance notions
Clearance sewing supplies
Visit us to see the selection, and while you’re here, please check out our Outdoor Fabrics. Now is the perfect time to upgrade your outdoor spaces with our new selection.
Community Crafting
Pendleton shirts are meant to last, but even the best shirt meets with a mishap now and then. Come join us for a Community Crafting event that shows you how to care for and repair those precious shirts!
Salem area: Pendleton Heritage Mill Store (at the Willamette Heritage Center)
1313 Mill Street SE, Suite 110, Salem, OR 97301
503-990-7544
Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
30% off clearance fabric, notions and crafting supplies valid through June 30, 2024. Valid April 1-30, 2024 at the Pendleton Woolen Mill Store in Portland, Oregon, and the Pendleton Heritage Mill Store in Salem, Oregon. Limited to stock on hand; selection varies. Discount taken before taxes. May not be combined with other offers or used on previous purchases.
Pendleton Woolen Mills is one of the biggest sponsors of the Make It With Wool competition (MIWW). We donate a $1,000 scholarship to the National MIWW Finals Junior Division Winner, and provide deeply discounted fabric to contestants, as well as gratis yardage to directors for promotion uses.
But what exactly is the MIWW competition about?
MIWW began in 1947 when wives of sheep owners started the contest to promote wool. The annual sewing competition promotes wool fabrics, yarns and fibers, and is sponsored by the American Wool Council and the American Sheep Industry and American Sheep Industry Women.
MIWW Today
The contest is open to participants from pre-teen through adult, and begins at the state level. Contestants select, construct, and model their own garment or outfit made from at least 60 percent wool. Two state winners are chosen to move on to the national competition.
Rali Burleson (pictured above with a young winner) is the Director of Arizona Make It With Wool. Above, Rali is wearing a gorgeous wool jumpsuit she created for her emcee duties. She also shared photos that showcase the jumpsuit’s outstanding interior workmanship.
Rali says, “Here’s the lowdown on the jumpsuit: It’s Butterick 6130, made from Pendleton burgundy wool crepe. The standout features are the bateau neckline, bias stand-up collar, midriff yoke, gathered bodice, back zipper, and wide legs. It’s loose-fitting through the bust and semifitted through the hips. I’ve lined the bodice and cap sleeves with Bemberg rayon and used various couture techniques, including a top-stitched placket zipper, bound armhole seams, muslin interfacing, Hong Kong finishes, and a figure eight hem stitch.”
Some Vintage Fun
Rali is the unofficial Make It With Wool historian. She is also a collector of vintage patterns and other sewing-related items. This past February, one of her contacts sent the brochure shown below. Said Rali, “She knows I work with the wool industry and periodically sends me vintage wool memorabilia. I am on the hunt for the Butterick patterns depicted in the brochure and four yards of vintage Pendleton plaid wool in that design.”
Above, enjoy the winning looks from the 1967 – 68 Make It With Wool competition, called the “Make It Yourself With Wool” competition back in the day.cover of the program for the 1967-68 competition, from the Pendleton Archives
And a more modern winner, Madi Dunning, who won the 76th National MIWW competition!
MAKE IT WITH WOOL – Saratoga Sun article
Madi Dunning Reigns at National Make It With Wool Contest
The 76th annual ‘National Make It With Wool Contest’ was held in Denver CO in mid-January. Contestants from 25 states competed in creating wearable garments using fabric or yarn that is at least 60% wool fiber. They can sew, knit, crochet or felt the clothing that is then judged for construction quality and fashion. Madi, competing in the Junior division, representing ages 13-16, was selected as the National Junior Winner. She also won the Top Junior Construction Award, and second place in the Machine Embroidery category. Her series of major awards at the MIWW also netted her several prizes, including a $1,000 scholarship from Pendleton Woolen Mills and a $500 award from the governing organization.
Madi Dunning, winner of the 2024 MIWW competition in her Pendleton wool dress. Photo courtesy The Saratoga Sun, all rights reserved
Madi Dunning is the first person from Wyoming to win a top prize in the Junior or Senior Divisions. Her path to the national title began by competing in the Carbon County district contest, then moving on to the state level held in Casper, before competing at the national event. She will now serve as Junior Ambassador for a year, which will include attending next year’s event being held in Scottsdale AZ in January 2025. Madi has studied sewing under Lynda Johnson for the past seven years. She previously competed in the Preteen Division for four years. She also won the Junior Division at the Wyoming State Contest the last three years. Ms. Johnson notes “Each year, she increased her sewing and modeling skills.” This year Madi’s entry was a tailored green and black coat accented with machine embroidery on the front lapels and back collar and complemented by a black plaid fitted dress.
More Information
Are you interested in learning more about Make It With Wool? Are you possibly even considering entering? You can find more information here: Make It With Wool
Salem area: Pendleton Heritage Mill Store (at the Willamette Heritage Center) for apparel, accessories, fabric cuts, wool crafting supplies, and more
1313 Mill Street SE, Suite 110, Salem, OR 97301
503-990-7544
Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
30% off apparel fabric, patterns, threads and buttons valid through May 31, 2024. Valid in Pendleton outlet stores. Not valid in affiliate stores, including McKenna’s Pendleton and the Jackson Hole affiliate store. Discount taken before taxes. May not be combined with other offers or used on previous purchases.
30% off all cotton home May 15-19, 2024. Extra 30% all sale items May 20-27, 2024. Valid Pendleton outlet stores. Not valid in affiliate stores, including McKenna’s Pendleton and the Jackson Hole affiliate store. Discount taken before taxes. May not be combined with other offers or used on previous purchases.
Salem area: Pendleton Heritage Mill Store (at the Willamette Heritage Center) for apparel, accessories, fabric cuts, wool crafting supplies, and more
1313 Mill Street SE, Suite 110, Salem, OR 97301
503-990-7544
Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
30% off apparel fabric, patterns, threads and buttons valid through May 31, 2024. Valid in Pendleton outlet stores. Not valid in affiliate stores, including McKenna’s Pendleton and the Jackson Hole affiliate store. Discount taken before taxes. May not be combined with other offers or used on previous purchases.
30% off women’s apparel and accessories May 2-12, 2024. Valid Pendleton outlet stores. Not valid in affiliate stores, including McKenna’s Pendleton and the Jackson Hole affiliate store. Discount taken before taxes. May not be combined with other offers or used on previous purchases.
Free item of equal or lesser value. Ends April 30, shop now for a bountiful selection.
Coming soon: Friends and Family Sale!
We have a large selection of first-quality men’s and women’s apparel, and bags, hats, and more. It’s all going to be on sale during our Friends & Family event. Details below.
25% off all apparel and accessories
April 10 – 16
Online and in stores
Plus double Perks Points in stores
Additional savings in outlets
Community Crafting
Please join your fellow crafters at our store for these free community crafting events. All ability levels are welcome.
Needle Felting and Pet Toy Demo: Learn how to needle felt, and create a fun dog toy with your mill ends.
Wednesday April 17, 3 to 5pm
Make a Selvage Crochet Rug:
Our most popular class will be offered at two different times to make sure you can join us
Salem area: Pendleton Heritage Mill Store (at the Willamette Heritage Center)
1313 Mill Street SE, Suite 110, Salem, OR 97301
503-990-7544
Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Semi-Annual Fiber Arts Sale: Buy 1, get 1 free (of equal or lesser value); applies to headers, premium strips, scrap strips, selvage, worms and roving. Valid April 1-30, 2024 at the Pendleton Woolen Mill Store in Portland, Oregon, and the Pendleton Heritage Mill Store in Salem, Oregon. Limited to stock on hand; selection varies. Cannot be combined with other offers or applied to previous purchases.
25% off apparel & accessories April 10-16, 2024: Valid online and in retail and outlet stores. Not valid in affiliate stores, including McKenna’s Pendleton and the Jackson Hole affiliate store. Discount taken before taxes. May not be combined with other offers or used on previous purchases.
Save 25% on all our beautiful Pendleton fabrics! Preview your choices (there are more in-store) here: Fabrics
It’s happening at the Woolen Mill Store in Portland, AND the Pendleton Heritage Mill Store in Salem. You can also shop by phone. Please be aware that our lines are busy during this exciting sale.
25% off all fabric valid March 1-31, 2024 at the Pendleton Woolen Mill Store in Portland, Oregon, and the Pendleton Heritage Mill Store in Salem, Oregon. Limited to stock on hand; selection varies. Cannot be combined with other offers or applied to previous purchases.
Salem area: Pendleton Heritage Mill Store (at the Willamette Heritage Center)
1313 Mill Street SE, Suite 110, Salem, OR 97301
503-990-7544
Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Extra 25% off last marked price valid January 16-21, 2024. 25% off apparel-weight fabrics valid January 3-31, 2024. All promotions valid at the Pendleton Woolen Mill Store in Portland, Oregon, and the Pendleton Heritage Mill Store in Salem, Oregon. Limited to stock on hand; selection varies. Cannot be combined with other offers or applied to previous purchases.
Limited to stock on hand; selection varies and more arrives every Friday
Now through 1/31/24
Community Crafting: Mending Lessons
Mending is an art, as is sewing on a button, believe it or not. Come join us to learn more about how to make the most of your garments through replacing Buttons 7 Snaps. Only offered at our Woolen Mill Store.
