Hey, Friends of Blue Velvet:

It's time for the Austin Chronicle's Best of Austin poll, and we need your vote! Please go here and fill out the top of the form (it's required), then vote for lil' ole Blue Velvet for BEST VINTAGE in the SHOPPING section. Be sure to vote for some of your other favorite local businesses, too.

Many thanks! Every little bit really helps...

Blue Velvet peeps--

We've gotten in ton of great new stuff recently, so come by and check out:

*GO GO BOOTS in sizes 6-11!

*PETTICOATS in a rainbow of colors!

*VINTAGE SLIPS that can be worn as dresses in the summer heat!

*SUNGLASSES for a mere $8 a pair!

*VINTAGE T-SHIRTS, SUMMER TOPS, AND EMBROIDERED ETHNIC TOPS!

*PEARL-SNAP WESTERN SHIRTS galore!

*HANDMADE FEATHER HAIR PIECES AND BROOCHES!

*HANDMADE FELT FLOWER HAIR PIECES AND BROOCHES!

*HANDMADE LIGHTERS, MATCHBOXES, SEWING KITS, MAGNETS, AND PINS BY HAUNTED FARM GIRL!

*A BEE GIRL COSTUME!

AND COMING SOON: LEATHER OWL HANDBAGS, COIN PURSES, AND KEYCHAINS!

See the "new stuff" photo album for pics...

What are you waiting for? Get thee to a Blue Velvetery!

217 W. North Loop
Austin, TX 78751
512-452-2583

Join us Saturday May 30 at 8pm for a FREE in-store FASHION SHOW/PARTY!

We will be showcasing sweet summer vintage fashions plus tons of handmade accessories by Mod Meow, The Haunted Farm Girl, Thunder Puppet, and The Tattooed Ladies Needlework Brigade!

Plus FREE CAKE & COCKTAILS!

AND the premiere of our new in-house 'zine, HOOT.

Blue Velvet
217 W. North Loop
Austin, TX 78751
512-452-2583
www.bluevelvetaustin.com

Has spring got you in the mood to clean out some of those unwanted
clothes cluttering your closet? Have you wanted to learn how to
embroider? Looking for a way to make a difference this Earth Day? Well,
now is the perfect time!

Upcycle your clothes with Jenny Hart of Sublime Stitching
at Blue Velvet Vintage this Earth Day! Bring something to embroider,
something to swap, or just bring yourself and find something in the
store (everything will be 20% off for attendees!) Supplies will be
provided and beginners as well as expert stitchers are welcome.

Wednesday, April 22
6-8 pm
Stitching, snacks and beverages--FREE!

It's our second Sidewalk Sale! We have to make room for new inventory, so we pulled lots of great vintage from our racks and priced it to MOVE! Come on down--the more you buy, the more you save! Nothing will be over $5 and most items are $1-3!

Saturday April 25, 11am-9pm thru Sunday April 26,  noon-8pm
Blue Velvet Vintage
217 W. North Loop
Austin, TX 78751
512-452-2583

Has spring got you in the mood to clean out some of those unwanted clothes cluttering your closet? Have you wanted to learn how to embroider? Looking for a way to make a difference this Earth Day? Well, now is the perfect time!

Upcycle your clothes with Jenny Hart of Sublime Stitching at Blue Velvet Vintage this Earth Day! Bring something to embroider, something to swap, or just bring yourself and find something in the store (everything will be 20% off for attendees!) Supplies will be provided and beginners as well as expert stitchers are welcome.

Wednesday, April 22
6-8 pm
Stitching, snacks and beverages--FREE!