I absolutely loved my experience at Newport Needlepoint! Deborah was incredibly friendly, patient, and efficient. Since this was my very first needlepoint project, she gave me so much personal attention and made the whole experience fun and easy. She helped me choose my first canvas and all the threads, set up the frame for me, and even taught me the basic stitches -- California to Maine, Maine to California, and NEVER Florida to Washington! -- plus the French knot! Deborah is truly a sweetheart and made my first needlepoint experience so special. I also love the concept of the store: you choose your canvas and threads, then you can sit around a communal table, work on your project, and meet interesting people along the way. It feels creative, social, and welcoming all at once. Such a wonderful experience. I loved it and can't wait to come back! read more

Newport Needlepoint - My first project! - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The owner was extremely helpful in helping me make some decisions for stockings I was ordering. Explained the timeline for custom orders. She invited me to come everyday to stitch. The women sitting there were very nice and inviting as well I've been pleased with the finishing of several ornaments. read more

I'm from the Palm Springs area and I made a trip to visit this store. I follow a content creator who raved about this store and figured my boyfriend and I can make it a beach day too. Location is really cool. Lots of shops and restaurants. The store itself is cool. Lots of variety and a big table for people to sit and practice. Upon entry, no one greeted me. The employee (owner? I'll just call employee) was helping a guest check out, so I decided to browse while waiting. There was a woman seated at the table practicing and I'm standing behind her. The employee walks up to her and sits down to help her. She finally looks at me and asks if I needed help with anything. I respond, "Yes, I'm a first timer and don't know where to start". She says, "well, you won't be the first person to ever do this. Other people have already done it." (Something like that) I'm confused by the comment and the lady practicing chimes in, "You mean you're a beginner". I awkwardly laugh it off and agree that I'm a beginner. Did I say it weird? Did i somehow insinuate I'd be the first person to ever do this? It was such a weird exchange. A customer then walks into the store and she gets up to help them. I kind of uncomfortably continue walking around in circles because I don't know where to even begin. She brings the lady over to show some recent work of other customers and I compliment that it's incredible work- trying to build a little rapport- not successfully. The employee finishes up with the customer and goes back to sit with the lady practicing- doesn't even glance at me. I thought maybe I'd just try to figure it out on my own because I was too uncomfortable to ask for help at this point. Then I decided this wasn't a place I wanted to spend my money and quietly walked out the door. I wouldn't describe this place as warm or helpful and it's solely because of the lack of customer service. My experience was just uncomfortable and look, I know this is trivial stuff, but as fellow business owners, I just want to point out my perspective. Prices for anything and everything are sky high. Where people choose to spend their money matters. If someone chooses us, we are eternally grateful. Truly. Whether it's $100 or $20- that's money that someone decided to spend at our place. That's support they decided to give to us. They could go anywhere, but they chose us. So when people walk in, even if I'm busy, I always acknowledge them and say hello and tell them I'll be right with them. That goes a long way. We always try to give everyone the best experience possible. Sometimes things slip through the cracks and you can't always make everyone happy, but we try. I wish this business tried. I much prefer to shop local and support small businesses. It's a priority of mine. I was anticipating spending $100-300. My sister lives out here, so I would have been a return customer. I don't think this business is impacted by reviews. I doubt people would check reviews before supporting- it's just not that type of place. So, 3 stars to not negatively impact their rating and a long review, because constructive criticisms can be helpful for positive changes. The other reviews so far reveal the problem. People either have an incredible experience or a horrible 1 star experience and there's a common denominator in majority of the 1 stars that's an easy fix. read more

My first visit I had the pleasure of meeting Deb. Revisiting a hobby has been overwhelming yet so fulfilling and Deb has always taken the time to help me pick the right threads, colors, and canvases. She is always helping everyone that walks through the door. She is a true asset to the business and it wouldn't be the same without her. I have come to visit the shop weekly and I always get to meet new ladies and learn new things. (Tuesday nights and Wednesdays are the best days!) I think it is a perfect environment for anyone new or experienced. Come and sit at the table and stitch! I mean it doesn't get better than that? To find and have community is so important and I absolutely feel welcomed here. Peggy is always teaching us new techniques and welcoming new people to the craft. She is very honest and as someone who gets excited to just buy buy buy, she really simplifies the necessities when it comes to supplies and offering her professional recommendations. Peggy is so generous, always willing to share thread compliments of the "bone yard" if I only need a few strands of a thread for a few stitches on my canvas. Great selection of canvases and I even found one online I liked and she ordered it for me. It feels like family here and I am so happy to have stumbled across the store. These ladies really care! It can be intimidating when in a new space and with a new craft, but I can guarantee that if you come here you will find just was you need and maybe even something more! Ask for Deb, ask for Peggy! Great quality services and even better quality of people! Love you ladies! read more

Newport Needlepoint - Loved this canvas they had in stock! - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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New to needlepointing so came to the store to pick up supplies. Deb was there and was amazing! She not only helped me pick out everything but also spent 2 hours teaching me the basic stitches. She was patience and encouraging. I absolutely had the best time and so grateful for her! read more

I stopped by Newport Needlepoint this morning and had the best experience. I'm VERY new to needlepoint, and was so happy to get my first canvases today. Peggy is so sweet and took the time to show me how to get started. There's a huge table in the middle of the store to sit and stitch - I wish I had time to stay longer! I will definitely be back to and highly recommend stopping by. read more

Stopped by this weekend. I am very new to needlepoint and needed advice/help on a project I was doing. I asked for advice and the person helping was so patient and helpful. She explained what I needed to do to fix my issue and showed me how to fix it. She also showed me some amazing pieces that they had been doing for clients. Being new to needlepoint this was my first store Ive ever been too, I loved seeing some finished pieces and needlepoint stitch patterns I had only ever seen online. They had TONS of amazing patterns for purchase as well as threads to kit anything. I hope to return in the future read more

The shop is in a nice location but that's the only positive. The owner is incredibly unfriendly and unhelpful. The entire shop stinks of dogs and just generally unpleasant stuffy oldness. If you're looking to get into needlepoint, don't bother coming here looking for any guidance or even kindness. When asked what would be needed to start needlepoint as a beginner, she simply replied with a derisive chuckle, scissors. Waste of time and energy and incredibly disappointing. Save yourself the torment of a visit. read more

Very personable and helpful. As a beginner, it was beyond helpful to have the owner make sure I had everything I needed. They have also created the sweetest community of needlpointers always sitting around working on their own projects and ready to help. read more

I like to visit needlepoint stores when I travel and I found this shop while visiting family in SoCal. It's a great shop with lots of painted canvases and tons of supplies. The owner was super sweet and took her time helping me map out a few new stitches on a fun canvas I had picked out. She even got me excited about using beads on my projects, which I had never thought of using before. This store is worth a visit. read more

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I visited this shop yesterday and the owner was so kind and helpful! I purchased a Newport specific canvas and she gave me lots of ideas for stitches and helped me pick out appropriate threads and beads. I have basic needlepoint knowledge, but she was great about suggesting some new things to try. I wish this shop was closer to me so I could come in and stitch and get more fun ideas. read more

very helpful, very nice.. beautiful canvas. im looking forward to them to make my pillow for a friend.

Despite the negative reviews I had a great time at Newport Needlepoint. I'm a beginner needlepointer and the owner Peggy helped me pick a new canvas, kit it out, and map my stitches. All the ladies were very sweet. It's quite fun to sit and stitch with the group would recommend. read more

Newport Needlepoint - My new needlepoint project. - Arts & Crafts Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Don't waste your time. Unkempt looking dog at the front door. Shop lady didn't even look up when I walked in. In all the shops I have visited all over the country, I have NEVER felt so unwelcomed as a fellow stitcher. Limited inventory too. read more

I visited the store for the first time in fall 2023 and didn't find it welcoming or the staff helpful. I ran out of one color of wool tapestry yarn and was abruptly told they didn't carry wool yarn. The woman was curt and when I asked about finishing services she vaguely said that it would be $300-400 for a pillow and gave no more info. Won't go back. read more

I bought a canvas from Peggy. It was too difficult for a beginner, I went back to get help , left frustrated and hating project! The star is for the nice lady that helped me and telling me to go home a practice before going to project. If your excited about needlepoint go to los anglers or San Diego! read more

I had so much fun stopping into this Needlepoint store. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I even called a week later as I needed to buy more yarn and they mailed it to me! Will be back again! Thank you read more

Love this store and love to hang out here. Buying the materials them designing the canvas. I love to watch the process of creating a work of art. I get the much needed stitches that will breathe life into the canvases. Thank you. KIMBERLY MULLER read more

Extremely expensive and rude staff. I know needlepoint is expensive but this was ridiculous. I was also charged for a few minutes of questions How about a project. read more

The owner and clients are wonderful, kind and helpful. I highly recommend this unique boutique.

Beautiful shop but the prices are absolutely ridiculous... $3.75 for one skein of DMC Perle Cotton...

So glad to have discovered this gem of a shop. After being away from needlepointing for nearly 20 years, I was surprised to learn that supplies are hard to find locally. Fortunately, Newport Needlepoint has everything as well as excellent service. Maureen was wonderful as she helped select my yarn colors, mounted my canvas on stretcher bars, and sent me on my way to enthusiastically begin my work. I will be back soon! read more

There are not many spots left where the community can connect, share stories AND stitch. Peggy runs a good shop with great canvases, unlimited "patient and good" direction and expert teaching if you want it. Everyone is welcome. Thank you Peggy. read more

Great selection of fibers and in stock canvases. There's a new trunk show every month and if you don't see what you want, Peggy (the shop owner) can order it for you. Help with fiber selection and stitch choices is always available. Private and group classes also available. There are often people there stitching, which is nice because you can see many projects and get input on your own if you want it. read more