Events
We are proud to host special rug and textile exhibits, as well as social and educational events. Please join our mailing list (in the gray bar at bottom) to be notified about future events, including sales!
Put a star on May 19th!
Posted on May 03 2018
Be our guest at this fun and inspiring Saturday afternoon design presentation.
Exhibition: Miron Schmückle
Posted on May 01 2018
THROUGH JUNE 30TH. Works on paper and in wool! We are thrilled to be presenting an exhibition of work by Berlin artist Miron Schmückle, including several rugs!
8 x 10 Competition: Unveiling Party
Posted on January 27 2018
We had a party to reveal the rug design chosen last spring by our panel of competition judges. Congratulations to Malia Jensen! Her winning design was revealed, handwoven into a stunning 8 x 10 wool rug by Rug Star. After the big reveal, Bruce Guenther made some remarks about...
Raise a glass with us!
Posted on November 21 2017
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24-25 Drop by for CHAMPAGNE AND MINI SANDWICHES on your busy holiday weekend. Raise a glass in support of small local business and fair labor practices. We’ll be featuring our curated Rug Star collection, as well as some historically important textiles. You never know... maybe...
Meet Jürgen Dahlmanns of Rug Star!
Posted on June 21 2017
Join us for coffee, fruit and pastry with this design visionary from Berlin. Enjoy stories about his inspiration for the world's freshest rug designs, and see why we are absolutely smitten with Jürgen's extensive knowledge and joyful personality!
Lodge + Luxury
Posted on June 14 2017
We are pleased to present a special summer showing of rugs and pillows from the Mesa Collection by New Moon. The graphic motifs of these earthy, vibrant rugs are inspired by traditional Navajo designs, and handmade with fine Tibetan wool into a soft, luxurious pile. The Mesa pillows are screenprinted...
Greet the summer at this special event!
Posted on May 06 2017
We’ve put together an early summer celebration of the senses in collaboration with Portland icon Jane’s Vanity. Like us, Jane fell in love early with the luscious colors and luxurious fibers of high-end design, and has spent the past 25+ years seeking out the world’s finest pieces. Invite friends and...
8 x 10: Call for Entries!
Posted on March 10 2017
We’re challenging you to design your perfect 8 x 10 rug. Our prestigious panel of judges will need 7 copies of your design, which can be anything from a quick sketch on a bar napkin to a detailed 16" x 20" rendering done on computer. Christiane Millinger can work with...
Gabbehs are Springing up all around here!
Posted on March 01 2017
We’re freshly stocked with new gabbehs and other handmade rugs. So fun to play with unique color and pattern combos! Come in and let’s flip through the stacks in search of your perfect rug. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Handwoven using natural wools, vegetable dyes, and fair labor practices, these pieces radiate joy....
Visit us on the Street of Dreams
Posted on August 02 2016
Thanks to Tiffany Home Design for featuring five of our rugs in the striking Quintessance house (#4). The 2016 Street of Dreams is open on Pete's Mountain in West Linn through August 28th.
Happy Hour for Rug Lovers
Posted on May 29 2016
We've just welcomed a new shipment of gorgeous, shimmering S A R I S I L K R U G S ! 20% off during our special showing: June 2-4 and join us for cocktails at our Rug Lovers Happy Hour: Friday, June 3, 4-6pm Bring the sun...
Holiday Bazaar 2015
Posted on November 28 2015
Need some terrific gift ideas? We’re hosting a holiday bazaar with some of our favorite local vendors. Come by for a holiday toast and to find some fabulous gifts. There will be oodles of pillows, charming hand-knitted cards, small rugs, utterly uncommon bags crafted from vintage sailcloth, stockings, room fragrances, stylish...
Jan Kath Showcase and Party
Posted on October 13 2015
Come raise your glass with us and toast to innovative design! . . . . . . JAN KATH SHOWCASE: OCTOBER 15 - NOVEMBER 15 and PARTY: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 4 - 7 PM . . . . . . We are thrilled to be featuring rugs by Jan Kath, one of...
Photos from our Vintage Moroccan Soirée
Posted on June 16 2015
We hope you joined us for the opening soirée on June 12th. If not, we missed you but had a wonderful evening anyway! A special thank you to China Forbes, the enchanting band, and our magical belly dancer.
A Trunk Show of Vintage Moroccan Rugs
Posted on June 04 2015
We are delighted to offer this earthy and chic collection, and of course, there’s a party! TRUNK SHOW: June 12-27 OPENING SOIRÉE: Friday, June 12, 5:30-8pm You won't want to miss this Moroccan summer evening, featuring Ritim Egozentik’s music of the desert, a belly dancer, mint tea, sangria and cocktails,...
Designer Morning
Posted on February 17 2015
Please join us for coffee and pastries while we show off our new Spring arrivals. We know how important good resources are to your work, and we want to provide you with the best rugs available. Stop in to see the latest award-winning designs from Wool and Silk, and Jan...
Curious about the History of Fine Rugs?
Posted on January 27 2015
I'm looking forward to speaking at this Culture & Style lunch event at the Multnomah Athletic Club. All are welcome to register — MAC members and non-members. I hope to see you there.
best wishes,
Christiane
Photos from our Holiday literary evening
Posted on December 17 2014
Thank you to author Susan Winkler for reading from her wonderful novel, Portrait of a Woman in White, on Friday. Signed books were for sale during our Holiday Bazaar.
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Holiday Goods and Cheer
Posted on December 05 2014
. . . . . ‘Tis the season of gathering in warmth and good cheer and to celebrate, we’ve invited some of our favorite locals to share their creations in a special 2-day holiday event. Please join us for some wonderful treats! 2014 Holiday Bazaar Friday, December 12, 10am-5pm* Saturday,...
American vernacular, with a twist!
Posted on July 18 2014
Hooked on Summer Event FINE, HAND-HOOKED RUGS FROM RED SPRUCEThrough August 31st We are pleased to be featuring rugs by Red Spruce, a wonderful small custom house focusing on "the good old days" of Americana. These elegant and whimsical hooked rugs reach back to an era when women pioneers...
Out of the Vault! June Kasbah Event.
Posted on May 29 2014
JUNE KASBAH EVENT June 13-30 and then it’s gone! Opening Reception: Friday, June 13, 4-8pm A historic collection gathered over two generations has found its way into our hands. We are delighted and proud to showcase this inspiring group of rugs. We are transforming our already eclectic collection into the...
Coffee Klatch for designers!
Posted on November 01 2013
Please stop by our showroom next Tuesday morning to enjoy some breakfast pastries and refreshments. We are happy to be co-hosting this event with Mary Nelson of Bolt Textiles. Mary and her partner, Noel, are introducing a wonderful new collection of "Keep It Simple" fabrics in lush textures and sophisticated and...
Curious about Antique Saddle Rugs?
Posted on October 15 2013
We are excited to be hosting this fascinating lecture on October 21st: The Dragon Chasing the Horse - Or Was It the Other Way Around?” by Drs. Koos de Jong, of Amsterdam, The Netherlands Presented by Portland Area Rug Society at Christiane Millinger Oriental Rugs and Textiles. Open to the public. Koos de...
Sari Silk Exhibit and Party
Posted on September 26 2013
Our new shipment of Sari Silk rugs has arrived from India, and we’re having a party! Please join us on First Thursday from 5 to 8, enjoying signature cocktails and delicacies created by event planner Wendy Manula. We’ll also be featuring La Joconda’s scrumptious cakes-in-a-jar. Sari Silk Rugs are 20% off...
Textile Exhibition: Jo Hamilton
Posted on March 26 2013
We are delighted to be showing the crochet work of local textile artist Jo Hamilton, throughout the month of April. Her pieces have been shown around the world, most recently at the Bellevue Arts Museum in Washington, and are currently featured in the "Oregon Creatives" article in the magazine 1859....
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