If you're looking for a Nola themed needlepoint canvas, absolutely check out their online shop!…read moreThey have classic New Orleans and Louisiana designs you can't get anywhere else, and even though they closed the Magazine St location, I can assure you, they are still a vibrant design and finishing studio! Sally is a gem in the needlepoint community with decades of experience, and Jules can custom design anything -- anything!! They keep so many threads in stock, including a variety of carded threads like Splendor Silk, and best of all, they're so, so sweet. I've been able to purchase threads on Sundays and after 4 pm on weekdays. I just call ahead to see if they have what I need and if it's ok to come by. :)

I visited NOLA for the first time this past week and I was delighted as my partner and I rode by on…read morea local bus I spotted the Needlework Vault and we had to stop! I was so excited. There are so few brick and mortar small business needlework shops. I am always looking for Rainbow Gallery thread, Splendor and when I stepped into the store - there was a whole display! I was thrilled but my excitement was quickly dampened by the store clerk when I was promptly asked "What can I do for you?" in a horribly cold voice, from the back of the store. This woman made no attempt to get up as I came in and I explained I was very excited to be in a store that sold embroidery supplies and I make it a point to check them out when I come across one. She told me "We don't sell embroidery supplies." I looked at her and the thread and back at her and I said "You have embroidery floss right here." She said again "We don't sell embroidery supplies" and made no attempt at all to inquire if I needed something specific, if she could help me find something or order me something because clearly a store that might not sell embroidery specific supplies has access to catalogues that carry it. Not to mention there are always the ubiquitous accessories, needles and junk that ANY needleworker can use. See, I have worked customer service my whole life and I pretty much have never felt so unwelcome in any small business establishment as this space. I didn't want to leave because I needed to purchase this particular silk thread they had a giant display of. I took myself over to the floss and started to color match to my piece that I am working on, when I travel I always carry something with me. As my husband and I looked at the thread and he helped me pick out colors this clerk came over to us and stood about 4 feet behind and just watched as we selected threads. I finally turned and asked her if she needed something because she was making me so uncomfortable and irritated at her rudeness. She made some noises and then told me my piece was "cute" - a four letter insult in itself, I don't care if she thought it wasn't. Firstly, I don't see how she could have even properly seen it since it was in my lap and I was kneeling. Secondly, woman - you really need to work on your manners and passive aggressive tone. She finally walked off to the sales desk which was directly NEXT to the display. Meanwhile up until this point she had been perfectly content to sit on her butt at the back of the store and not ask us if we needed help. The only kindness either woman (there were two in shop) showed us was when we laid out the money for the thread I had selected and at $4.50 a card this thread is not cheap. Then they joked and chatted with us as if they hadn't been assuming we would make off with a whole bunch of specialty silk thread for some black market. I would have bought SO much more if I didn't feel so unwelcome by these two gatekeepers. Just to give any readers perspective : I am a young, 30-something, heavily tattooed, white woman. I might not look like a serious needlework enthusiast but I am currently in the running for a highly coveted needlework job for the government in my home city. I hate to deter anyone from supporting a local business so I would implore this business to instead WELCOME every single person who chooses your shop over Amazon and other internet shops ESPECIALLY when you have no idea who or what they do. If I'm ever back in NOLA I don't know if I would bother patronizing this store again, it's just too...cute.

Pandemic update: For December 2020, the Market has moved to…read moreCity Park on the Great Lawn across from the Peristyle. It is much smaller than the usual December markets at Palmer Park but it is well spread out. It is happening every Saturday until Christmas. You enter from the Dreyfous Dr side of the Great Lawn, where you leave your info for contact tracing and they have hand sanitizer. The whole area is taped off and we are trusted to be adults and comply; but in case you aren't a good citizen, there is a security guard nearby. There were 20-30 vendors selling their wares. Everyone was masked and I was glad to see more and more vendors were excepting e-payments. Great way to support local artists and get some amazing presents for your loved one or you!

Fabulous way to shop local and support artists. In what other way can you gather gifts for multiple…read morepeople, under an hour all in the same place? Even better, the Black Friday/small business Saturday offered some amazing deals! For under $100 I got gifts at 4 different booths for 3 people!

This location is smaller than the main one on veterans which is perfect. It's easy to come and grab…read moresomething without the heavy traffic. They always have friendly service and definitely have the cutest apparel, accessories, just anything you can think of!

Fun store! They had a really cute selection of socks, T-Shirts and hand towels. All with fun prints…read moreand sometimes sassy sayings on them. I enjoyed talking with Contessa, she made me feel really welcome. Location had a parking lot, which was a nice bonus in my opinion.

Review from a knitter: The staff is very nice and helpful. I…read moream a beginner knitter and they helped me select the perfect yarn for a few projects. They will also wind your hanks that you purchase into nice skeins! If you're looking for colorful soft cotton yarn, this is the place to go.

Large selection of very highly priced items with a less than friendly owner. There are better…read moreoptions. If I'm going to spend several hundred dollars in your store (which I would), you can at least pretend to appreciate my business.

I have driven by here many times and wanted to stop in, but always while I was doing something…read moreelse. I finally got the chance to stop in and I am glad I did. The lady working was very friendly and helpful. Large selection of cute gifts and knick knacks, reasonably priced. I look forward to coming back!

The service here cannot be beat!! They are friendly and helpful! They will go out of the way to…read morehelp you select great gifts, point you in the right direction and will show you on the spot how to create beautiful beading creations. They also will accept costume jewelry needing repair on those favorite pieces you don't want to get rid of. The gift items for family and friends or everyday gifts for yourself they have are changing constantly and the owners offer the best prices in town! Also they have custom jewelry only available here!

The service is impeccable! I found so many gifts and items for my home in Estella's and when I was…read morelooking for a certain something I shared with the owner she offered to look for it at the upcoming buyer's market in Houston. I was shocked when I was contemplating buying a wine cart and she gave me the option to wait until the following Saturday when she will be offering a discount for Mother's Day. While all her prices are competitive and sales are plentiful with a special room for clearance items- one is certain to walk out with something in their arms!

Beautiful store with great variety. From candles to Home…read moredecor and art plenty of good things to pick

Oh my gosh!! This whole store is where you would shop if you had plans to attend a party at Jay…read moreGatsby's mansion. Really, that is the only way I can describe it. This shop is perfectly perfect in every way and it makes me want to throw a big shindig, just so I will have a excuse to spend all of my money here. There are so many charming things: sparkly dresses, pastel dresses, beautiful costume jewelry, furs, hats, feather wigs and a tiara, just to name a few. Setting foot here was like visiting your great aunt's house, provided she has lots of style. I couldn't quite tell if this shop was a consignment shop or not because all of the items are "one of a kind", in the sense that there is only one of each thing offered. For example, I found a beautiful dress that would be perfect for New Years Eve, but it wasn't in my size. Despite that, I love the feeling that you are in a fabulous closet packed with vintage inspired treats. I didn't buy anything to do, but I do intend to pick up some sparkly hair accessories as the end of the year approaches.

Yes, yes I do! This store is utterly luscious and I'm so happy I've discovered it!…read more There's a gorgeous array of drop waist 20s style dresses, as well as flashy glammy gowns, fancy sweaters and tops... fashion for ladies who shun the whole "casual and comfortable" myth (or, someone like me that prefers to keep casual and comfortable at home where it belongs). The delicate, beautiful fascinators with ostrich feathers are something to behold! These will make you stand out in a crowd of parade and Mardi Gras ball revelers! I believe the woman who owns the shop makes these on the premises as there's a huge sewing studio in the back of the store. IE, these are not coming off a shipment from China. There's so much to tempt the eye and wallet here. Prices are more than fair. I'll be back soon for a coat that I can't get out of my mind. It has to happen.

Stood there for ten minutes and was completely ignored. One employee in a yellow dress was right in…read morefront of me and didn't acknowledge me at all. Another was busy talking about putting AirTags on her kids do Mardi Gras instead of helping. No eye contact, no greeting, nothing. The owner's reply on Google reviews is just deflection. It doesn't address the behavior at all. Rude, dismissive, and badly run.

Best ever! Beautiful selection of clothes, some top brands, some aren't, but just as cute - Sarah…read morehas such an eye for style. The prices are incredible for the value! And I often just pop in for the vibe and friendliness of it all. I'm less interested in the jewelry myself, but understand that it's well curated and the main draw for most. Love this little store so much!