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.

Finally made it in to Floor 13! What a Groovy Space! SO much to see!!! Love it! They are full of…read morevintage/used furniture, clothing, art and more. Highly recommend. I will say, it was hot as an oven in there today, no A/C...but Mason, the person that informed us on the space, was cool, calm, kind and answered all of our questions. If you're looking for an oddity or statement lamp go today!

Always a fun experience. You just have to see it. Make sure you do several loops around you might…read morehave missed something.

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

Such a cute little shop in a positive, safe space for all. Don't come in here looking for anything…read morein particular, just let the spirit guide you to what you need lol. Lots of art prints and jewelry from local artists and fun progressive/feminist swag. It's a small space but I could easily spend an hour in here looking at all they have to offer. Staff is so friendly and a percentage of proceeds from your purchases go to local philanthropy efforts in the city of New Orleans.

A fun little gift shop!! I easily spent 30 minutes looking at all the fun earrings, bags, hats and…read morestuff. They did have a nice selection of pixie glitter which is environmentally safe. I'm rating 4 out of 5 stars only because I expected an even larger selection of glitter. Stop by anyway, you will find something you can't leave without.

Lovely little store, very nice help, I got some yarn and a new scissors. they wrapped my purchase…read moreso pretty!

I'm so glad I ran into this precious little gem in the French Quarter! I wanted to get a gift for a…read morefriend that knits and I had no clue what type of yard to get her, the ladies here were just so patient and helpful. I showed the pictures of my friends knitting projects and they quickly guided me on what yarn type to get her. Their packaging is just adorable, ready to gift with a colorful bow and their card attached, made this a perfect memorable gift for my friend. I mailed it out to her and she was so stoked!! I wish I caught the ladies names that helped me out , anyhow... this was the best service and such an adorable business. I'm so glad I stopped by!!

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.

Nice variety of home decor and ladies clothing...Prices are reasonable for the quality of…read moremerchandise... Store is decorated nicely and not overcrowded....Reason for only 4 stars is customer service ...Although they had several employee's working, they were pretty much talking among themselves...While I was checking out, the employee held a conversation with another customer telling her how she lost the exact pair of sunglasses that the lady was purchasing and then making over everything the customer was purchasing...Did not even look at me only to hand me my credit card...They could definitely use some more customer service training...

A very nice store with some great selections. Not sure of why the female clothing, and so much, but…read moreI guess they know what shop they want to have.

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.