Special announcement


Unfortunately, Nola Needles Sewing Club will be closed throughout the summer as Ms. Ava goes through breast cancer treatment. This is the first time we haven't held our summer sewing program in 8 years and we miss you!

We are hoping to offer a holiday sewing camp in December. We will make an announcement about our reopening, but please feel free to check in to make inquiries -- or to send a word of encouragement by texting 504-919-3699.

​Look forward to seeing you soon!

Sewing Classes for All

Look at our students go!

NOLA Needles offers sewing classes in Mid City for kids, teens, and adults, as well as birthday parties, private lessons, and holiday and summer camps.

Classes for Any Age

Practical hand-sewing: Learn to sew a button, repair a seam, hand-sew a blind hem, and patch holes.

Intro to machine sewing:​ Learn to read a simple pattern, choose the right fabric, measure & cut, operate a machine, and do basic machine stitches. Sample projects: pillowcase, pot holder, tote bag, simple curtains
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Intermediate machine sewing: Intermediate sewing students learn the same basic skills as the introductory class, but also practice more advanced skills, such as garment fitting, putting in a zipper &/or waistband, etc. Sample projects: pajama pants, zippered pillow case​

Custom curriculum: A personalized class based on your sewing goals and interests. These classes can be taken as private or group lessons. Sample projects: costume for school play, advanced hand-sewing skills, specific household projects

Kids & Teens

Kids - 7 - 11 yrs  ​* Teens - 12 - 16 yrs
*Classes offered on an ongoing basis
Hand-sewing basics: Make a felt tissue cover and learn planning & design, cutting technique, basic straight stitch, and sewing a button.

Beginning machine sewing: Make a potholder and learn planning & design, measuring, and basic machine operation & stitches.
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Intermediate machine sewing: Make a pair of pajama pants and learn planning, pattern sizing & layout, choosing fabric, machine operation, straight & zig-zag stitches, simple fitting, and putting in an elastic waistband.

Other projects may include:
  • monogrammed fabric journal cover
  • pillowcase
  • tote bag
  • Christmas mittens & stockings

Sewing Camps

Summer & Holiday Camps for Kids & Teens

NOLA Needles also offers 1- to 5-day sewing camps during most school holidays and throughout the summer. Projects are tailored to length of time, student interest, and skill level.

One of our favorites, pictured:
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - This camp was dedicated as a day of service where our sewing students made potholders for a local food bank.​

Birthdays, Showers & Craft Parties

NOLA Needles also offers craft and sewing parties for birthdays or bridal or baby showers. We can even help you put together a charitable craft party where participants sew or craft items to donate.

While most of our birthday party requests are for girls between 7 and 13, we can help you throw a craft or sewing party for participants of every age — and interested men and boys are always welcome! Some of the party services we offer include:
  • project planning, setup, & instruction in your home, church, or meeting place
  • project consultation and craft-kit set up for DIYers who need no instruction but need a hand with planning
  • age-, skill-, and occasion-appropriate crafts & sewing projects

Past Classes

Simple A-line Skirt for Adults - Class runs 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 - 9:30-am-12:30 pm - $100 workshop fee
Ever wish you could sew your own skirts? Now you can! For this class, we'll be sewing a simple A-line skirt using Butterick B4803, your choice of view B, C, or E.
​Learn how to:
  • Read a simple pattern
  • Copy and mark a pattern
  • Adjust pattern fit
  • Make an elastic-waist casing with or without ties
  • Sew a hem
  • Enjoy the process of learning in a group setting
  • Meet potential sewing buddies
  • Enhance critical thinking and have fun learning a new skill!
Materials needed (bring to first class): fabric, thread, elastic, sewing machine*
Butterick pattern B4803 and snack provided
*Two sewing machines available by request
Please contact us or call (504) 919-3699 to register. And don't hesitate to ask if you have questions about purchasing fabric or notions.