This darling shop is a great addition to the Portland crafting scene, offering a wide variety of…read morematerials needed for sewing and quilting projects. The staff are very knowledgeable, and provided me with information on several projects my partner and I are currently working on. The owner, Zachariah, is a font of knowledge, with years of experience in the industry. Located in the Arbor Lodge neighborhood, Sewlarium is a bit of a drive for me, but I'm happy to support small businesses striving to serve their communities. This store is clean, well lighted, and surprisingly well-stocked for such a small footprint. I was able to find several yards of beautiful jersey material that I can't wait to make some shirts from. There is plenty of street parking in front of the business, and on the side street as well. If you're making a trek to visit this store from elsewhere in Portland like me, consider yourself in for a treat because there are some great restaurants and coffee shops in the area. (Not to mention Mike's Drive-In across the street!)

I spent my babysitting bucks at the local fabric store when I was a kid, and every time I go to…read moreSewlarium, I get the same excited feeling! What to make? What to create? Best of all, the proprietor is chock-full of info, and carries amazing fabrics! There is something for every level of sewist!

they had just returned from the Nashville Market and had rented an additional space next door for…read moreall the goodies they came home with. whoohoo score! plus 10% sale on purchase. I've never had the option to use or even feel silk thread. luxurious! they were busy but staff was awesome help! so many wonder things to ogle. I will be sure to have them in my favorites for online and in person shopping. they also have their own framing center with gorgeous choices of unique framing options. this will be my downfall when returning!

The staff are amazing, take their time to explain and listen to your requests/questions. That being…read moresaid, their supply of diverse threads, materials and patterns FAR exceed any other source I have found, and I have been into needlework for at least 30 years!! Give them a try!! It's like going to a candy store!!

i have been working on updating and upgrading the art for my mid century modern home in SW…read morePortland. I'm used to going to the well known independent frame shops so took some pieces in to three of them for recommendations and bids. It has been years since i did much of this and what i learned was that the costs were now so high that i was tempted to scrap the whole idea . A neighbor suggested i bring some of the pieces into Michael's on Western in Beaverton. I am so glad i did . The framing professionals there know what they are doing and they are patient in assisting you to look at choices. The cost i have found to be less than half of what i was quoted elsewhere. The turn-around time is two weeks or less. The finished product in every case absolutely met my expectations. The result is that my home is really reflecting my own art and taste. Iv'e received numerous complements . Don't be put-off by the artsy-craftsy look of the place if you happen to live a high-life. Give them a try. RBE

Wanted to give a shoutout to Thresia, Stefan, and Morgan. All of them were very helpful in…read morenavigating the clear gloss coating that I needed for my small art project. It was nice because talking to each of them they all had separate experiences with different applications that they've used, which helped Me decide which one was the best fit. I went with the Kaylin clear glaze spray and it worked like a charm!

Delightful owner, knowledgeable quilter. They have many fabrics, small and medium sized prints when…read moreI was last in. Enjoyable variety of patterns. Set in the former brick school building on Evergreen Blvd. at west end of Officer's Row (built by Mother Joseph in the 1800s). Across the street and over one from the new downtown Ft. Vancouver Regional Library. This place is fragrance-free, dog-free, quiet, and sociable. I appreciate this place. Prices are reasonable. Go elsewhere for bold colors or abstract art.

The quickest way to cheer my wife up is to take her to a quilt shop. That's what we did today, and…read moremy wife left very happy. The shop is located in the historic Providence Academy building, which is the perfect setting for quilts. We had a great chat with the owner who is super friendly and knowledgeable. The shop isn't huge but has a unique aesthetic feel, and a good variety within that. She offers quilting and crafting classes which my wife is planning to sign up for. We recommend checking it out.

The service at Montavilla is amazing. The people at the locations in Beaverton and Lake Oswego are…read morewonderful. So helpful and friendly. The selection of sewing machines, accessories, and other essentials like needles and bobbins is great. The prices, given the features of the various machines, are great. I got a Bernina and a Juki here a few years ago. Just this past week I traded it in for a Janome super fancy machine (which I am kind of freaked out about - it has so many functions)! Montavilla has a customer for life.

Wish I-could give 105 stars as theyre the best in all the USA!…read more In 1985 I took my very worn-out Kenmore machine I got new Sears, 1972... i'd sewn literally hundreds of miles of stitches. I love sewing creating just about anything. But was worn out so I took it to Montevilla Sewing Ctr... their best technician, Gary rebuilt it like new! And unbelievable they didn't charge as much as I expected, andI would've paid twice that because was worth it! A few years later I'd worn it out again and Gary made it almost new again, but he told me was probably time to get a new machine so I decided they were right... I was giving the best deal ever On the Ellagio, but I've worn that one out too. and also got a BL serger...& a 6 needle/thread BL embroidery machine .... ive sewn a few hundred miles of stitches! so far it hasn't worn out. When I had a problem with one of the machines...no questions asked they replaced it immediately only to discover it was operator error my but they we're always kind and gracious. I need to replace my worn out machine soon and I know they will do the best for my next purchase! I will never go anywhere else! Montevilla Sewing has earned my trust! They have always been the best and are always trustworthy most honest! People you can deal with! Thanks everybody there at Montevilla! Cheryl Young aka Zelda Zelda on YouTube and TikTok

I saw a great review for Irene on Yelp, so I decided to trust her with an antique love seat that…read morehad been passed down to me. Unfortunately, the seat received water damage and an old cat had its way with the arm. Irene told me what woukd need to be repaired and helped me choose just the right fabric. The love seat needed new foam and a spring, which was made as close to the original as possible. I drove an hour from Longview in order to have her work on the love seat, and it was completely worth it! It looks beautiful. She applied loving detail and did quality work. I would highly recommend her.

We had our mid century sectional reupholstered by Durkin. They were amazing, start to finish! They…read morepicked up, helped with fabric choices, and delivered the beautiful finished product! The work is absolutely professional and outstanding! Price was affordable and well worth the craftsmanship.

Took in a wobbly dining chair. Pedro examined chair and explained to me what the problem was, what…read moreit would take to repair it, and the cost. The problem was solved at a reasonable cost and at the time frame it was promised. I would highly recommend them. [note: the shop is difficult to find because it is a narrow shop--but worth the effort.]

This is the best upholstery shop in the Tri-County area! Pedro is the kindest, smartest, most…read moreaccommodating, business owner you could ever hope to work with. Hire him with CONFIDENCE... your project item will turn out absolutely perfect... he'll make sure of it! It is a PLEASURE and a PRIVILEGE to be able to rely on such a great upholsterer to re-do our treasured family items. THANK YOU, Pedro! xoxo jt & kimberly xoxo

Raleigh Hills Upholstery did a fabulous job restoring my grandmother's rocker to its true self! My…read morebrother's cat had destroyed the old upholstery and even scratched the frame. Raleigh Hills first stripped the chair to its frame. Then I took it to a specialty shop for repair and refinishing. Finally, back to Raleigh Hills. They had to fully replace the seat and back before reupholstering. The tucks are perfect, and the rocker is as comfortable as it is beautiful!

Raleigh Hills brought my dad's 70 year old arm chair back to life, the one he sat in to read the…read morenewspaper. It was totally shot--springs and fabric. I finally had enough saved to reupholster it. I was doing that primarily for sentimental reasons. But when I got it back from them, I was blown away. I had no idea how beautiful the chair must once have been until seeing it restored. Daily, it is a lovely connection between me and my long gone father. So not only is reupholstery a good environmental thing to do for the planet, but for those of us who inherited some furniture it is also a profound link between the generations.